Exciting news for K-Pop fans! SM Entertainment is set to debut a new girl group, marking their first since aespa five years ago.

On November 5, SM shared their financial results, revealing a revenue of 242.2 billion won and an operating profit of 13.3 billion won for the third quarter of this year.

However, they also noted a 9% decrease in revenue and a 73.6% drop in operating profit compared to last year, mainly due to lower album sales and expenses from producing content for their new UK boy group, DEAR ALICE.

Looking ahead, SM plans to boost its artist promotions in the upcoming months. The highly anticipated new girl group is scheduled to debut in the first quarter of next year, as part of SM's strategy to expand its intellectual property (IP).

This new group joins a lineup that already includes successful acts like RIIZE, NCT WISH, and the virtual artist, nævis. A single is expected to be released alongside promotions for the new group.

Meanwhile, aespa has been thriving with their mini-album Whiplash, which dropped on October 21, and they have been performing individual member solo singles at their concerts.

This follows a string of hits like Supernova. In November, SHINee's Minho will also release his first full-length album, and NCT DREAM will unveil their fourth studio album.

Additionally, SM has a busy schedule ahead with the release of TVXQ's new Japanese album and their 20th-anniversary concert in Japan.

Upcoming projects include NCT WISH’s Japanese album, NCT Yuta’s mini-album, and Red Velvet's Irene's solo debut. Fans can also look forward to new mini-albums from Taeyeon, WayV, and singles from nævis.

As 2025 marks SM's 30th anniversary, the company is preparing special projects, including an SMTOWN LIVE concert and a commemorative album featuring various SM artists.

Co-CEO Jang Cheol Hyuk emphasized that the new girl group's debut will strengthen their artist lineup and expressed gratitude to fans for their ongoing support. He stated, "We have exciting projects planned to celebrate our 30th anniversary, so please stay tuned!"

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IU looks like a living doll in new photos — fans can't get over her glowing beauty

IU is back to bless everyone’s feed with her unreal visuals!

On April 30, IU shared a new set of photos on social media with the caption, “May is coming~” — and fans are absolutely loving her fresh and dreamy look.

In the pictures, IU is seen enjoying the sunlight in cozy clothes, showing a sweet and soft charm. In other shots, she turns into a chic doll in a tube-top mini dress at a studio, showing off her elegant and classy side.

One cute photo shows her wearing a fun knit hat, making fans smile at her adorable charm. She also posted a close-up selfie with glowing skin and big sparkling eyes, looking totally flawless. In another picture, she rests her head next to a colorful fruit jelly cake, adding a playful and bright vibe.

IU’s latest update shows all sides of her — comfy and natural, cute and playful, and even full-on glamorous. Fans couldn’t help but gush over her beauty, saying she looks perfect in every photo.

IU recently received lots of praise for her emotional acting in the Netflix drama When Life Gives You Tangerines, proving again that she’s not just a top singer but also an amazing actress. She’s also set to appear in MBC’s new drama 20th Century Girl with rising star Byeon Woo Seok, raising excitement among fans.

People flooded the comments section with love, saying, “I’m saving all these pics,” “She’s glowing more than the sun,” “This is next-level beauty,” and “IU is sweeter than that cake.”

IU is currently in a public relationship with actor Lee Jong Suk, and after seeing her latest photos, fans are joking that he might just fall in love with her all over again.

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