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KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance Competition

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

K-pop girl group FIFTY FIFTY made a dream-like debut with their song "Cupid," which became an overnight sensation.

FIFTY FIFTY set their sights high with a dreamy debut in the "Starry Night" music video

Featured MV of the Day: “LALISA” by LISA

MAMAMOO’s Hwasa is one of the most versatile and strong female soloists of today’s times.

Hwasa ‘Na’ - An ideology of “I, Me and Myself” wrapped in foot thumping beats

The headline highlights our honest review of the Portugal-based dance group Heart Gun’s impressive cover of BTS' youngest member Jung Kook’s hit track, "Standing Next To You."

Fan Spotlight: Portugal-based dance group Heart Gun delivers electrifying cover of BTS' Jung Kook's "Standing Next To You"

A tale of winter ballads: EXO Edition

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Junhyeok from TNX.

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

K/DA is a virtual K-pop girl group created by Riot Games, featuring four characters from League of Legends: Ahri, Akali, Evelynn, and Kai'Sa.

K/DA: Pop Stars Indeed

BVNDIT (pronounced "Bandit"), an acronym for "Be Ambitious and Do It," was a five-member K-pop girl group formed as MNH Entertainment’s very first girl group.&nbsp;

BVNDIT: The K-pop Girl Group Whose Fame Was Short-Lived

On September 18, Sony Electronics unveiled a new Smoky Pink color option for their popular WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones. The new release is part of a collaboration with K-pop sensation LE SSERAFIM, aligning with the group’s sleek and powerful image.This announcement follows a wave of success for LE SSERAFIM, including their first No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales Chart for their mini-album CRAZY, and their recent win at the 2024 MTV VMAs, where they took home their first Moonman for "PUSH Performance of the Year." The group's growing global influence adds a fresh energy to the new product launch.The WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 headphones have been widely praised for their top-tier noise-canceling technology and superior audio quality. Now, with the Smoky Pink colorway, the headphones also feature a stylish design inspired by LE SSERAFIM’s fearless and elegant aesthetic. Fans can now enjoy their music with a product that reflects both function and fashion.To promote the collaboration, LE SSERAFIM’s members—Kim Chaewon, Sakura, Huh Yunjin, Kazuha, and Hong Eunchae—starred in a futuristic campaign video showcasing the headphones alongside their hit track CRAZY. The group shared their excitement about the collaboration, emphasizing the importance of their connection with fans and how the headphones enhance the experience of enjoying their music.According to the press release, “The Smoky Pink WH-1000XM5 headphones and WF-1000XM5 earbuds will be available in selected countries in South East Asia from September 2024.”https://open.spotify.com/track/4gxEY3Mh5FZZDAJAKPNrCS?si=3270958ccbca4852&nbsp;

Sony Introduces Smoky Pink 1000X Headphones in Collaboration with LE SSERAFIM

tripleS is preparing to make their highly anticipated return with a new project, adding to the exciting lineup of K-pop comebacks this season.

tripleS Announces Exciting Comeback

Starship Entertainment is enjoying a resurgence in success, largely thanks to their girl group IVE, who has become a favorite among young fans, earning the nickname "president of the elementary schoolers."

IVE Leads Starship's New Wave of Success, but CRAVITY Struggles to Keep Up

There’s a reason why GoryMurgy is being described as Seoul’s indie rock darlings. GoryMurgy takes garage rock, douses it in artsy reverb, and dials the energy up to eleven and makes it anthemic.

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