K-pop Sensation IVE Announces Comeback with 'IVE SECRET' Mini-Album

K-pop group IVE is gearing up for a comeback with their fourth mini-album, 'IVE SECRET', set to release on August 25.

Starship Entertainment, the group's agency, announced the comeback on IVE's official social media channels on July 31, unveiling a moving poster for the new album. The poster teases the release with unique objects representing each of the six members: An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo.

The moving poster captivates with its use of symbolic objects, including a winged baby animal, a moving paper crane, a tumbler, and a toy gun with wings emerging from its barrel. These elements hint at the album's themes and have sparked curiosity among fans.

The mysterious and dreamy atmosphere is heightened by the members holding these objects, suggesting they are hiding something. The phrase "'XOXZ' COMING SOON" shared on social media hints that 'XOXZ' is the title track, further building anticipation for the comeback.

'IVE SECRET' marks IVE's return approximately seven months after their third mini-album, 'IVE EMPATHY', released in February. The group achieved significant success with 'IVE EMPATHY', becoming five-time million sellers and winning 15 music show awards with pre-release track 'REBEL HEART' and title track 'ATTITUDE'.

IVE is set to launch their comeback activities with the release of 'IVE SECRET' and the title track 'XOXZ' on August 25.

In related news, IVE recently performed at the '2025 Coupang Play Series' first match at Suwon World Cup Stadium on July 30. The members showcased their individuality in customized uniforms, though Jang Wonyoung's tight outfit drew criticism for being inappropriate for the event.