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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: “LALALALA” by Stray Kids

BLACKPINK’s LISA is back with a new song and how! The rapstar whom we have known to deliver a stunning mix of hip-hop, rap, trap (and sometimes even rock) has made a comeback with a song that most would not have expected.

LISA channels a sweet 90s retro charm in her latest single “Moonlit Floor”

f you haven't heard of Cha Eun Woo or the K-pop hit "10 Minutes," which was all the rage on Instagram a couple of months ago, you might be living under a virtual rock.

Watch the Moment when Cha Eun Woo took center stage to perform Lee Hyori's "10 Minutes"

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Jiung from P1Harmony.

Is your birthday October 7? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Oh Gwang Suk, popularly known as Feeldog is one of those artists who are quite multifaceted in their talent.

Feeldog: The singer and actor with a taste for the arts

Nothing has been confirmed by MAMA Awards yet, but Big Bang members G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung are reportedly in talks to reunite for a group performance at the 2024 MAMA Awards.

Big Bang Rumored to Perform at 2024 MAMA Awards After 9-Year Hiatus

TWICE member Nayeon's solo debut album IM NAYEON has officially surpassed 500 million cumulative streams on Spotify as of October 4 KST.

TWICE’s Nayeon Reaches 500 Million Streams on Spotify with Solo Album IM NAYEON

AB6IX is preparing for their highly anticipated comeback with their ninth EP, Born Like This. At midnight KST on October 5, the group revealed the tracklist for the upcoming mini-album, creating buzz among fans eager to hear their new music.The EP consists of five tracks, including "In My Vein," "NVKED," "Forever Young," "Hurt Me," and "Butterfly Effect." Each song promises to showcase AB6IX’s signature style and versatility, raising expectations for a dynamic and fresh sound.The group is set to make their official return with Born Like This on October 10 at 6 PM KST. As excitement builds for their comeback, fans are eagerly awaiting what the new EP will bring.With their ninth mini-album on the horizon, AB6IX is ready to captivate listeners once again, solidifying their place as one of K-pop’s standout acts.https://open.spotify.com/track/4XbyRgWe6yU4wE6WShdTEs?si=616853a2900c40b8

AB6IX Unveils Tracklist for Upcoming Ninth EP ‘Born Like This’

2NE1 launched their highly anticipated 2024 2NE1 CONCERT [WELCOME BACK] IN SEOUL on October 4, marking their official return to the stage after more than a decade.

2NE1 Kicks Off 15th Anniversary Reunion Tour with Explosive Seoul Concert

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Dennis The Menace” by the orchard

“Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned,” and (G)I-DLE's Yuqi is channeling that rage in her powerful breakup anthem, “Radio (Dum Dum).”

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

LISA channels a sweet 90s retro charm in her latest single “Moonlit Floor”

Watch the Moment when Cha Eun Woo took center stage to perform Lee Hyori's "10 Minutes"

Is your birthday October 7? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Feeldog: The singer and actor with a taste for the arts

Big Bang Rumored to Perform at 2024 MAMA Awards After 9-Year Hiatus

TWICE’s Nayeon Reaches 500 Million Streams on Spotify with Solo Album IM NAYEON

AB6IX Unveils Tracklist for Upcoming Ninth EP ‘Born Like This’

2NE1 Kicks Off 15th Anniversary Reunion Tour with Explosive Seoul Concert

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Dennis The Menace” by the orchard

(G)I-DLE's Yuqi embodies her inner rockstar in the emotionally charged breakup song "Radio (Dum-Dum)" MV

Featured MV of the Day: “SOS” by FIFTY FIFTY

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