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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

A few days ago, The Black Label introduced the first member of their new girl group, MEOVV, and it’s none other than the legendary K-pop trainee, Ella Gross.

Watch the Moment: BLACKPINK's Jisoo and Rosé chatted with MEOVV’s Ella Gross

Let’s take a trip down memory lane and talk about one of the most iconic summer albums in K-pop history—SISTAR’s Touch N Move.

Sistar’s Touch N Move Listening Party

Is your birthday August 28? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Hyolyn, born Kim Hyo-jung on December 11, 1990, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and dancer, best known as the former leader and main vocalist of the girl group SISTAR.

Hyolyn: Authentic Artistry

Girls' Generation member Sooyoung recently shared her dieting challenges on her YouTube channel, "the sootory," in a video titled "The Battle with 2kg | Mula Wear Shoot | Ballet," released on August 26 KST.&nbsp;

Girls' Generation's Sooyoung Opens Up About Dieting Struggles on YouTube

From his time on the survival show Produce 101 to his time in Wanna One to his career as a solo artist, Kang Daniel is a true K-pop star while staying true to himself.&nbsp;

Kang Daniel: Truly a Star and True to Himself

‘FIFTY FIFTY is preparing to make their highly anticipated comeback, marking their first release as a newly restructured five-member group.&nbsp;

FIFTY FIFTY Set for First Comeback as Five-Member Group with “Starry Night”

This track from Korean indie artist Choi Nakta hearkens back to the sounds of American adult contemporary from the 90s and 00s.&nbsp;

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “a colorless footprint” by Choi Nakta

Generation five K-pop boy group RIIZE made their Japanese debut with the single "Lucky" and a music video of the same name.&nbsp;

RIIZE feel "Lucky" as they make their Japanese debut

Featured MV of the Day: “JJAM” by Stray Kids

MEOVV is an upcoming K-pop girl group under The Black Label, a subsidiary of YG Entertainment.

MEOVV Debut Concept Photos Released

In 2018, BTS members celebrated their fifth debut anniversary with a drinks and dinner party called “Festa.”

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