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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

Today, breakout K-pop sensation FIFTY FIFTY have shared Love Tune: Rewired (Remixes), a 10-track remix album out now via Arista Records.

FIFTY FIFTY Share Love Tune: Rewired (Remixes)

CIX has released their first album of 2025, THUNDER FEVER. The album includes three new tracks and new editions of their previously released tracks&nbsp; “Lovers or Enemies” and “My name is shadow.”

CIX Bring the Thunder with Their 7th EP, THUNDER FEVER

Catch The Young releases a remake single of the 90s hit song “You, Always” by Mono, a Korean band that was well known for its sophisticated pop sound.

Catch The Young Re-interprets the Past with a New Single, “You, Always (2025)”

NewJeans Hyein’s First Photo Of 2025 Wins The Internet

The year was replete with scandalous headlines.

10+ Most Controversial News Of 2024

Is Leonardo DiCaprio Appearing In “Squid Game” Season 3?

BABYMONSTER, the rising K-pop group, has released a heartfelt track titled "Love In My Heart" from their debut album "DRIP", which dropped on November 1, 2024.&nbsp;

BABYMONSTER's "Love In My Heart" Captivates Hearts

I.N, a member of the popular South Korean boy group Stray Kids, has released a captivating new song titled "Hallucination".&nbsp;

Exploring the Surreal and Intriguing World of I.N's New Song "Hallucination" and Its Haunting Melody

Singer IU&nbsp;has been chosen as Korea's representative for Billboard's....

IU selected as 'Korea's No. 1 Artist' by Billboard

Is your birthday December 20? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

On November 11, 2024, ENHYPEN (엔하이픈) captivated fans with the release of their latest single, Daydream.&nbsp;

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FIFTY FIFTY Share Love Tune: Rewired (Remixes)

CIX Bring the Thunder with Their 7th EP, THUNDER FEVER

Catch The Young Re-interprets the Past with a New Single, “You, Always (2025)”

NewJeans Hyein’s First Photo Of 2025 Wins The Internet

10+ Most Controversial News Of 2024

Is Leonardo DiCaprio Appearing In “Squid Game” Season 3?

BABYMONSTER's "Love In My Heart" Captivates Hearts

Exploring the Surreal and Intriguing World of I.N's New Song "Hallucination" and Its Haunting Melody

IU selected as 'Korea's No. 1 Artist' by Billboard

Is your birthday December 20? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

ENHYPEN Unveils New Hip-Hop Track "Daydream"

NewJeans’ Instagram Account Loses Thousands Of Followers In Just A Few Days

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