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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

&nbsp;Here are five K-Dramas that failed to impress in November, causing viewers to give up midway:&nbsp;

 5 K-Dramas Viewers Dropped in November 2024

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

In a candid interview with Apple Music, BLACKPINK’s Rosé opened up about how she coped with personal challenges, particularly heartbreak, while on tour with the global sensation group.&nbsp;

 BLACKPINK’s Rosé Gets Vulnerable About Heartbreak and Relationship Struggles During Tour

Red Velvet’s Irene has taken the K-pop world by storm with her solo debut!&nbsp;

Red Velvet’s Irene Stuns with Record-Breaking Solo Debut Success 

EXO's "The First Snow" (첫 눈) is a heartwarming track from their 2013 winter album Miracles in December.

EXO’s ‘The First Snow’: The Soundtrack to Winter Nostalgia

Trust BTS members to turn every event into a mini-concert! In October 2022, RM and J-Hope attended W Korea's breast cancer awareness campaign event in Seoul, which was filled with the crème de la crème of the entertainment industry.&nbsp;

Watch the moment: BTS' RM captivated guests with an impromptu performance of "Sexy Nukim" ft.The Balming Tiger

BLINKs and ARMYs know that BTS' V and BLACKPINK's Lisa serve as brand ambassadors for the French luxury label CELINE.

Watch the Moment BTS' V and BLACKPINK's Lisa took part in some impromptu pole dancing

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

STAYC tackles the theme of unrequited love in their distinctive music video for "GPT"

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

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5 K-Dramas Viewers Dropped in November 2024

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

BLACKPINK’s Rosé Gets Vulnerable About Heartbreak and Relationship Struggles During Tour

Red Velvet’s Irene Stuns with Record-Breaking Solo Debut Success

EXO’s ‘The First Snow’: The Soundtrack to Winter Nostalgia

Watch the moment: BTS' RM captivated guests with an impromptu performance of "Sexy Nukim" ft.The Balming Tiger

Watch the Moment BTS' V and BLACKPINK's Lisa took part in some impromptu pole dancing

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

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

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

STAYC tackles the theme of unrequited love in their distinctive music video for "GPT"

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

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