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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

Featured MV of the Day: “Melt Down” by DAY6

KISS OF LIFE debuted in 2023 with an eponymous EP. The group is signed with S2 Entertainment.

KISS OF LIFE lose themselves in a fantasy world with “Lose Yourself” concept photos

BLACKPINK's Jennie is gearing up for her comeback this Friday, October 11, with her brand new digital single, "Mantra."

Watch the Moment when BLACKPINK's Jennie made her "SOLO" debut

Is your birthday October 11? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Yesterday, we made ourselves familiar with a few male 90s K-pop idols and now it is time to meet some female idols from the same era.

FIN K.L. - The 90s K-pop Girl Group

Karina of aespa has made a powerful impression with her solo track "UP," which debuted during the group’s second world tour, SYNK: PARALLEL LINE.

Karina Shines with Solo Track "UP" from aespa's SYNK: PARALLEL LINE World Tour

KATSEYE is set to drop an exciting remix of their hit song "Touch," featuring Yeonjun from TOMORROW x TOGETHER.&nbsp;

KATSEYE to Release "Touch" Remix Featuring Yeonjun of TOMORROW x TOGETHER

Jennie has officially kicked off the countdown to her highly anticipated comeback. On October 8, the BLACKPINK star revealed captivating concept photos for her new single "Mantra" through her official social media channels.

Jennie Officially Begins Countdown to New Single “Mantra”

TWICE's youngest member, Tzuyu, is the third member of the group to make her solo debut, following Nayeon and Jihyo, with her debut EP titled abouTZU&nbsp;and its lead track, "Run Away."

TWICE's Tzuyu issues a stern warning to her lover in debut "Run Away" MV

DUSTIN debuted as eight members in 2020, but about a year later in May 2021, its disbandment was announced. But that was not all for the group.

DUSTIN goes urban chic in latest comeback

In a recent feature by New Yorker Magazine, it was reported that Usher had invited BTS' youngest member, Jung Kook, to perform the remix of "Standing Next To You" at the Super Bowl.

Watch the Moment when BTS' Jung Kook and Usher share some playful banter on the set of "Standing Next To You"

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Junhyeong from F.able.

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