The group KiiiKiii is making a comeback.
The agency Starship Entertainment announced on the 17th, "KiiiKiii (Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, Kiiya) is ramping up preparations with a goal to return in August."
KiiiKiii's comeback comes about five months after the release of their debut album 'UNCUT GEM' in March. 'UNCUT GEM' easily surpassed 200,000 copies in initial sales, reaching No. 1 on the Hanteo Chart's weekly and daily album charts, and ranked third on the weekly World Chart, demonstrating a remarkable presence as a newcomer. Additionally, it topped both the weekly and daily charts on the Circle Chart retail album chart, proving its immense popularity.
In particular, the title track of 'UNCUT GEM,' 'I DO ME,' held the top spot on YouTube's trending videos immediately after the music video release and reached No. 1 on the Spotify Viral 50 chart in Korea after its release. It ranked a high of third on the Melon Hot 100 chart and showcased its power on major domestic music charts including Bugs, Vibe, Genie, Flow, and YouTube Music. KiiiKiii grabbed the No. 1 trophy on MBC's 'Show! Music Core' with 'I DO ME.'
KiiiKiii, which officially debuted in the music industry on March 24, captivated the public not only with their outstanding skills but also with visuals that appeal to Generation Z. They have graced not only top domestic fashion magazines but also the cover of 10 Magazine USA prior to their formal debut, making them the first K-pop group to do so. They have been selected as models for various brands, exerting overwhelming influence across fashion, beauty, finance, and dining sectors. From March to June, KiiiKiii ranked No. 1 in brand reputation among rookie idol groups for four consecutive months and took first place in the rookie girl group category at the '2025 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards,' showcasing their remarkable momentum. They further solidified their status as a '2025 anticipated star' by winning rookie awards at both the 'Asia Star Entertainer Awards 2025' and the 'Seoul Music Awards.'
Through 'I DO ME,' KiiiKiii displays confident and unadorned charm with the message "I will be myself." Attention is on how they will color the music industry with 'Gen Z beauty' this time.
KiiiKiii's comeback schedule can be confirmed through their official SNS channel later. They meet fans through their debut content 'KiiiPangPang' every Wednesday at 7:25 p.m.
[Photo] Provided by Starship Entertainment.
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