The Future is Bright: 5 Girl Groups to Watch Before Their 2025 Debut
Though we are only nearing the midway point of the year, 2025 has proven to be a monumental year for women in music all around the globe. This momentum is far from slowing, with highly anticipated girl group debuts on the horizon. Curious about what these girl groups are set to deliver this year? EnVi is here to introduce five girl groups set to debut in 2025! This list features remarkable rookies you will want to keep on your radar for years to come, so don’t miss out on these debuts!
Ifeye
Rising six-member Korean girl group ifeye are set to make a bold entrance on April 8 and they’re already turning heads with their unique concept. Featuring members KASIA, RAHEE, WON HWAYEON, SASHA, TAERIN, and MEU, ifeye are already setting themselves apart with their mysterious and refined aesthetics. A recently released stunning trailer shows a glimpse into the atmospheric world of their debut. The sextet blends balletcore elegance with occult undertones. In the trailer, the girls attend an eerie boarding school for dancers where quiet rivalries and unsettling secrets simmer. WIth black-and-white visuals, ballet styling, and a soft thriller vibe, the story plays with themes of youth, jealousy, and unspoken connection. It’s a debut that feels more like a short film than a teaser.
With nods to classic horror and a fresh twist on girl group concept, ifeye is definitely a group to keep an eye out for. The group will be making its debut with the upcoming digital EP ERLU BLUE and single “NERDY” on April 8.
HANA
HANA, the bold new seven-member Japanese girl group, are officially debuting on April 2 with their first single, “ROSE,” and the buzz is real! Before even debuting, their pre-release track “DROP” became a breakout moment, racking up over 9 million views on YouTube and dominating trending charts in Japan. The group — CHIKA, NOAKO, JISOO, YURI, MOMOKA, KOHARU and MAHINA — was formed through the audition show No No Girls. The reality show placed emphasis on open worldwide applications regardless of height, weight, or age. HANA are all about rewriting the rules with unapologetic energy and raw confidence. “DROP” wasn’t just a pre-debut song, it was a statement!
With a massive following already behind them, HANA’s debut is shaping up to be one of the most exciting moments of the year.
UDTT
UDTT are preparing to make their mark on the K-pop scene with their official debut this year. The four-member group has already gained attention online with their pre-debut single “Retry,” released in December 2024. The UDTT members — Risako, Han Chaehee, Koo Hanna, and Kwon Yejin — showed off their powerful vocals and synchronized choreography with the single and its performance video. Fans can get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the group’s journey to standard through the Webtoon series Uddang Tangtang Girls, which follows the girls’ journey to debut. With lyrics such as “Nobody can do it like I do” and “Oh we get wild, we always retry,” UDTT are proving they’re not just here for a good time, they’re here to conquer the genre!
AtHeart
After months of anticipation, AtHeart are ready to captivate the hearts of audiences around the world this May. AtHeart were born from the forces of powerhouse labels TITAN CONTENT and Republic Records’ Imperial Music — conceived to showcase the global impact that K-pop steadily made around the world. The multiethnic septet features members from South Korea, Japan, the U.S., and the Philippines. Just like the seven colors of the rainbow, the seven members — Michi, Arin, Katelyn, Bome, Seohyeon, Aurora, and Nahyun — all possess their own distinct image and color. Uniquely, each unveiled member would also launch a personal Instagram account on the day that they were announced.
AtHeart said hello to the world with their pre-release track “Good Girl (AtHeart).” Released on March 14, this whimsical hyperpop song highlights their refreshing, youthful charms. “Good Girl (AtHeart)” is the perfect introduction to the pre-debut team, as the lyrics play into the curiosity surrounding their identity. They close the song with, “Meet you soon, good girl at heart,” building up the anticipation for AtHeart’s official debut!
NWH:I
NWH:I, short for New World High Teen Idol, are gearing up to debut as a International global girl group under Na Entertainment in the fourth quarter of the year. The group embraces a Y2K and high teen concept mixed with modern pop and nostalgic influences. The members — Alice, Maddi, Vanesya, Nina, Maryam, and Nicole — each come from diverse backgrounds and bring their own unique flair to the group. Since the start of the year, Na Entertainment has been gradually revealing the group’s members and concept through teaser photos, Q&As, and introduction videos. Despite some lineup changes along the way, NWH:I have already generated quite the buzz as the group has over 15 thousand followers on TikTok.
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