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아이브
- Name:
IVE - Hangul:
아이브 - Fandom:
- Dive
- Debuted On:
- Nov 30, 2021
- Generation:
- Gen 4 | 2018 - 2022
- Composition:
- Female
- Category:
- Standard Group
- Origin:
South Korea- On Tour:
- Aug 8, 2026
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Watch: AND2BLE Takes 1st Win For “French Kissing” On “The Show”
AND2BLE captured their first music show trophy on the November 3 episode of “The Show,” winning with “French Kissing” at 11,005 points over JUST B’s “Party Time” and XLOV’s “Hush.”
Idols & groups mentioned+3 more![[K-POP REPORT CARD] Dead or alive? K-pop chooses both in September, October](https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/10/29/bee945aa-33f5-4d36-a529-82cb72508201.jpeg)
[K-POP REPORT CARD] Dead or alive? K-pop chooses both in September, October
The Korea Times’ latest K-pop report card weighs September–October releases, spotlighting back-to-back BLACKPINK solo singles, A2O LITE’s debut, and a same-Monday clash among NCT WISH, ZEROBASEONE’s Sung Han-bin, and MEOVV
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RIIZE turns to literature to deepen story behind 'Insomnia'
RIIZE released the acoustic pop single “Insomnia” on Oct. 26 and paired it with an illustrated fictional side-story series by sci-fi author Cheon Seon-ran. The project is a prologue to the group’s second full-length album, due next spring
Idols & groups mentionedWatch: A2O LITE Snags 8th Win For “NEON” On “Inkigayo”; Performances By ATEEZ, RIIZE, ILLIT, And More
A2O LITE took home their eighth music show trophy for “NEON” on the November 1 episode of “Inkigayo,” scoring 6,576 points against IVE and NMIXX. The episode also featured performances from ATEEZ, RIIZE, ILLIT, and more
Idols & groups mentioned+11 moreSoompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2026, November Week 1
IVE’s “Looks Can Kill” debuts at No. 1 on Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart for November Week 1, with A2O LITE’s “NEON” at No. 2 and NMIXX’s “Birthday Wish” entering at No. 3
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K-pop album sales set to top 100 million as merchandise-style formats spread
K-pop album sales are projected to surpass 100 million copies in 2026, returning above the threshold for the first time in three years. Circle Chart points to major releases and the rapid rise of merchandise-style albums, including NFC smart albums, keychain plush releases, and earphone-charm packages
Idols & groups mentionedA2O LITE, IVE, SEVENTEEN’s JxJ, And BTS Top Circle Weekly Charts
A2O LITE’s “NEON” earned a triple crown on Circle’s overall digital, streaming, and global K-pop charts for October 18–24, while IVE and SEVENTEEN’s JxJ debuted at No. 1 on the download and album charts
Idols & groups mentioned+12 moreWatch: NMIXX Takes 1st Win For “Birthday Wish” On “Music Bank”; Performances By ATEEZ, ILLIT, And More
NMIXX scored their first music show win for "Birthday Wish" on Music Bank (Oct. 30), earning 7,775 points; the episode featured performances from ATEEZ, ILLIT, RIIZE, AND2BLE, NCT WISH, Jukjae and many more
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Ive teams up with Tiger JK for ‘Looks Can Kill’ remix
IVE will release a remix of their title track “Looks Can Kill,” produced with hip‑hop artist Tiger JK and French producer Alawn, with member Rei credited for the lyrics and rap; the group’s fifth EP has sold over 700,000 copies and its music video topped YouTube’s worldwide music trending chart
Idols & groups mentionedGuide To 2026 Year-End Shows And Upcoming Awards Shows: Schedules, Lineups, Nominees, And More
Soompi updated its 2026 year-end shows guide with schedules, MCs, presenters and confirmed lineups across Korea, Japan, Taiwan and Paris — featuring performances from IVE, TWICE members, ATEEZ, NCT units, Stray Kids, TXT, ENHYPEN and many more announced acts
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