5th Generation K-pop Groups
Rising stars — 2023+ debuts shaping the next era of K-pop. BABYMONSTER, ZEROBASEONE, RIIZE, ILLIT, BOYNEXTDOOR, KISS OF LIFE, TWS, PLAVE, &TEAM, NMIXX, EVNNE.
Groups (12)
What defines 5th generation K-pop?
K-pop generations are loosely defined by debut year and the era's defining production style. Boundaries between generations aren't strict — the term is used by fans and the industry to cluster groups who share training systems, sound trends, and global breakout patterns.
5th-gen groups (debuting 2023+) are still defining their era's signature style. Notable acts like BABYMONSTER, RIIZE, BOYNEXTDOOR, and ILLIT show the next wave's emphasis on social platform-native content and rapid global rollouts.
Click any group card to see their full member roster, agency, debut date, and upcoming concerts. We currently track 12 groups from this generation with active touring schedules.
How we source this data
Concert and tour schedules are sourced from Interpark NOL — Korea's largest official K-pop ticketing partner. Group profiles are translated and adapted from public Wikipedia / Namu Wiki entries. Times auto-convert to your local timezone; always verify the final on-sale time on the ticketing site.
Last verified: May 7, 2026
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