K-pop girl group IVE (members An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo) is set to make a comeback with their new release, IVE SECRET.



On July 31, Starship Entertainment announced the news through IVE’s official social media channels, posting a motion poster for the group's 4th mini album IVE SECRET, confirming their comeback on August 25.



The motion poster immediately caught fans’ attention with unique symbolic objects that reflect the six members’ distinct personalities. These include winged baby animals, a moving paper crane, a tumbler, and a toy gun that shoots wings—all hinting at various layers of meaning and raising curiosity about the new release. The image of the members seen from behind, each holding their respective object, adds a mysterious and dreamy atmosphere, enhancing the album’s enigmatic concept. The accompanying phrase “'XOXZ' COMING SOON” on social media hinted that the title track will be “XOXZ,” further heightening excitement.



IVE SECRET marks IVE’s return approximately seven months after their previous mini album IVE EMPTAHY, released in February. That album earned IVE their fifth consecutive million-seller title, reaffirming their dominant album power. With the pre-release track “REBEL HEART” and the title track “ATTITUDE,” the group earned a combined total of 15 music show wins (11 for “REBEL HEART,” 4 for “ATTITUDE”), further solidifying their unique presence in the industry.



On August 25, IVE will return with their new mini album IVE SECRET and the title track “XOXZ,” aiming to continue their streak of success. The group previously gave a surprise preview of “XOXZ” at the 2025 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer, which received an explosive response from global fans. Anticipation is building for IVE’s next move as they aim to dominate playlists once again this year.



Meanwhile, IVE’s 4th mini album IVE SECRET and its title track “XOXZ” will be officially released on August 25, kicking off their full-fledged comeback promotions.


Written by Kim No Eul
Translated by Lee So Yun