ILLIT releases fifth mini album BREAK EVEN and promotes new single

South Korean girl group ILLIT released their fifth mini album, BREAK EVEN, on October 26, 2026, according to Chosunbiz. The five-member group is currently promoting the title track from the project, titled 체포하겠어. [1]

Chosunbiz reported that the group has expanded on their signature sound following the momentum of their earlier work, It's Me. The new release follows previous success across domestic music charts, the United States Billboard charts, and Japanese music charts. [1]

ILLIT was formed by Belift Lab, a sub-label of Hybe, through the 2023 JTBC survival competition show R U Next?. The group consists of members Yunah, Minju, Moka, Wonhee, and Iroha. They officially debuted on March 25, 2024, with the extended play Super Real Me, featuring the successful lead single Magnetic. [2]

The group's name combines the phrases I will and It to symbolize independence and potential, according to Grokipedia. Originally structured with six members before the pre-debut departure of Youngseo, the finalized five-member lineup completed training in dance, vocals, languages, and fitness prior to their launch. [3]