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Project girl group Triple iz is gaining more and more attention recently. However the journey of the Triple iz members was not easy.
Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap EditorK-Pop is a glamorous industry. It is highly influential in today's world, is achieving global recognition in fields beyond entertainment, and is constantly evolving. However, in the glitz and glamour of all the flashing lights, the relentless hard work that has built the industry and taken it to where it is now can go overlooked. All the action behind the scenes and the untold stories deserve as much attention as the wonderful stages. So, in this article, we're diving deep into the history and journeys of the Triple iz members - SECRET NUMBER's Dita, X:IN's Aria, and ICHILLIN' member E.Ji, as they inch closer to their grand debut.
For those who might not know, Triple iz is an upcoming project girl group that K-Pop fans have their eyes on. The group is set to debut soon and has already launched their very own fan cafe on the metaverse lounge app ifland on which exclusive episodes of their reality show "Road To Debut" are broadcast every week.
Not only are the Triple iz members gaining immense love from fans for being a trio of aces, but they are also drawing attention towards ifland, which is gearing up to be the next big platform for K-Pop fans to connect with their favorite idols through a new paradigm.
ifland regularly hosts virtual fan meets, hologram concerts, and other exclusive events, besides operating their very own virtual K-Pop girl group called ifLANDIES, who have collaborated with real K-Pop idols like SF9's YoungBin and CRAVITY's SeRim.
ifland is also developing features whereby fans can be more directly involved in their favorite idols' activities and can even become virtual managers of celebrities!
So, if you haven't downloaded ifland yet, you're seriously missing out!
ifland is available for iPhone and Android.
Now, back to the Triple iz members!
Let's find out how these talented young women became the K-Pop stars they are today, shall we?
SECRET NUMBER's Dita has royal blood running through her veins. She is an Indonesian princess, after all! Much like a true princess, her journey to K-Pop stardom was marked by determination, courage, adventure, and passion.
The main dancer and lead vocalist of SECRET NUMBER always had a fire inside her to achieve her dream of becoming a K-Pop idol. She had been interested in dancing from a very young age and constantly pursued it in her youth. Right from middle school, inspired by 2NE1, Dita worked hard on cover dances and participated in dance competitions to familiarize herself with the stage. In this way, Dita steadily refined her natural talent, devoting herself to her art. She even served as the dance team leader for the Indonesian youth basketball league - DBL!
Dita's love for musical drama, dance theatre, and Broadway took her to the United States. There, she enrolled in the American Musical and Dramatic Academy’s (AMDA) dance theater program in New York and soon had the fateful opportunity to audition for Vine Entertainment, her current agency.
However, Dita had an insatiable desire to improve her skills and evolve into a complete performer. So, she flew to Korea and joined 1MILLION Dance Studio to hone her dancing skills to perfection.
1MILLION has a reputation for birthing some of the industry's most talented and innovative dancers, so it is no surprise that Dita is also recognized as an incredible and versatile dancer today.
After two years of training, where the starlet had to learn not just the Korean language but also the culture, as well as grow into a multifaceted artist, Dita finally debuted with SECRET NUMBER. Soon after debut, Dita shared that there were days when she was waking up at 3 AM in the morning for her schedules. However, in her own words, Dita had the mindset of, "I'm going to keep doing this until I make it".
It was this zeal that fueled Dita's success and has now made her a true role model for young women all over the world who dream of becoming like her.
Now that's a Disney Princess if we've ever seen one!
X:IN's Aria is the pride and joy of Indian K-Pop fans, of course, but she is also immensely beloved by global fans. Her unique vocal tone, rap flow, gorgeous visuals, and dancing make it impossible not to fall in love with her. The fact that she also has such an endearing and kind personality just adds to her beauty.
Aria is a trained dancer in the Indian classical dance form Bharatanatyam but it was her love for BTS that ignited her dream of becoming a K-Pop idol. In 2022, she was selected as a K-Pop trainee by GBK Entertainment through the online platform UNIVERSE and was a part of the member lineup of the then-upcoming girl group MEP-C.
However, Aria left the group in early 2023 and joined Escrow Entertainment. Soon after, she came to South Korea and debuted as a K-Pop idol after training for only six months! However, those six months were undoubtedly rigorous, as Aria, who was training to be a vocalist, was recognized for her talent in rap and was assigned the main rapper position.
Thus, Aria took on a new challenge in the nick of time and still managed to wow audiences with her rap as she made her debut in X:IN. She left a lasting impression on K-Pop fans all over the world, who are now looking out for her future activities and debut in Triple iz.
Of course, it was hard for the idol during that period of time. However, Aria has mentioned that it was her heartfelt promise to her mother that kept her going. It was because she promised to do well that she kept her word and endured the struggle to ultimately emerge victorious.
That's not all! Did you know that Aria was a child actress too? Aria made her acting debut in the critically acclaimed and award-winning Malayalam film "Melvilasom" in 2011, which leads us to believe that Aria may hopefully make her debut in the Korean film and TV industry one day too! After all, Aria has revealed that it is one of her goals to resume acting, so we cannot wait for that day to come!
Finally, we have the brightest ray of sunshine personified, ICHILLIN' member E.Ji, to complete this trio of princesses! E.Ji is the leader and main dancer of ICHILLIN', but she is also the queen of our hearts and a true delight.
E.Ji is the most caring, adorable, and kind soul who puts her loved ones before herself and is constantly attentive to her Triple iz members' needs. Being the only Korean member in the group, E.Ji never fails to make sure that her members are comfortable and sincerely does her best to make them feel that way.
On top of that, E.Ji is a fantastic artist and an idol in the truest sense of the word, excelling in vocals, dance, visuals, and so much more. Her magnetic stage presence and ability to mesmerize her audience are two of her biggest strengths, and we love to see her in her element.
Much like the other two Triple iz members, E.Ji too has an extensive background in dancing. She is trained in modern dance and has been dancing from a very young age. She was well on her way to studying dance in university and continuing on the path to becoming a professional dancer, but when she saw a post about a nationwide K-Pop audition, it inspired E.Ji to give idol life a try.
Of course, E.Ji passed the audition! Then, she became a trainee at fantagio for three and a half years. However, seeing that it wasn't the right fit for her, she left the company and joined KM Entertainment, where she trained for another 6 months before debuting with ICHILLIN'.
Today ICHILLIN''s E.Ji is acknowledged as a multitalented idol and capable leader in K-Pop with endless potential. She is also making her name as a rookie actress as she recently made her acting debut in the popular web drama "Snap And Spark", impressing viewers with her knack for acting and raising anticipation for future projects.
As Dita, Aria, and E.Ji come together as Triple iz members, we cannot wait to see what they have in store for us.
The Triple iz members are set to debut in April, with many more exciting Triple iz contents to come.
Stay tuned to Triple iz's media partner Kpopmap for all the latest updates!
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Journey together with Triple iz! Check out some of the highlights from episodes three and four of "Triple iz: Road To Debut".
Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap EditorAlthough they're still preparing for debut, Triple iz are on an upward trajectory, making fans out of netizens worldwide. Formed before the end of 2023, the multinational girl group has been making regular uploads onto their social media platforms. And this includes their very own reality program, "Triple iz: Road To Debut". New episodes are released every Wednesday KST on social metaverse platform ifland.
You can visit Triple iz on ifland here.
The reality program follows the three members, Dita (SECRET NUMBER), E.Ji (ICHILLIN'), and Aria (X:IN). They share what it's like being part of such an ambitious girl group that's set to take the world by storm.
Now, with that being said, let's talk more about episodes 3 and 4 of "Triple iz: Road To Debut" down below.
The Triple iz members gather once again and this time, they are joined by the producers and songwriters of their debut track. Fans are provided a small glimpse into the music process. They talk about topics such as part distribution, bringing out the members' various charms, and expectations of Triple iz's highly anticipated debut song, 'Halla'.
Everyone hopes that the song will become successful, with the reality show PD predicting a Billboard Hot 100 entry. Although it's a lofty goal, it's still a dream that could be realized with hard work and immense support from fans worldwide.
They quickly move onto the next segment: a game of tongue twisters. Aria and Dita pass with flying colors while E.Ji is provided the most difficult challenge. Its difficulty comes in both length and the speed in which she must say the tongue twister.
E.Ji becomes a certified rapper, attempting to read out the tongue twister in twelve seconds. She does it three times, leaving everyone in the room speechless, however, is always one or two seconds away from success. Despite not reaching the desired time, you can't help but applaud her impressive efforts.
After such an entertaining game, Triple iz and the songwriting team head into the recording studio. They look completely in their element as they passionately work on their debut track. With their tireless efforts and the outright joy seen on their faces, fans' expectations only grow larger for Triple iz to release another K-Pop hit.
Now, we know that Triple iz are talented performers, but we soon learn that they're talented actresses too. The girls' acting is immersive, causing viewers to remain at the edge of their seats while faced with a nerve-wracking cliffhanger.
The entirety of episode 4 features the Triple iz members falling into the virtual world of ifland. Dita, E.Ji, and Aria must tackle various obstacles before they're able to return to the real world.
They start off having to complete a random play dance of some of their favorite K-Pop tracks. They're then transported to a space where the members' physical selves become frozen in place while their souls pilot an avatar body.
After meeting the mysterious Ifmoon, they face yet another challenge: to sing automatically selected songs and receive 90 points to pass. They complete the mission with flying colors, but end up having a deep conversation with Ifmoon about the idol journey.
Their honest worries and sincere answers tug on your heartstrings, serving as a reminder that even idols have a sizeable amount of concerns. Dita, E.Ji, and Aria return to their physical bodies and we're left with yet another cliffhanger as we continue to follow their journey to reunite together once again.
Don't forget, you can always visit the members' individual ifhomes on ifland, via Dita, E.Ji, and Aria.
You can also follow their official group ifhome for more updates and future episodes.
Are you excited to continue on this journey with Triple iz?
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Find out about these Indonesian K-Pop idols that you need to have on your radar!
Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap EditorOver the past decade, we've seen many individuals cross the threshold and make it within the K-Pop industry. These aspiring stars come from all walks to life, ranging from years of training to just a few months. But they've shown that with enough hard work, passion, and a bit of luck, anyone can essentially make it and receive the opportunity to stand on stage in front.
With the globalization and worldwide spread of K-Pop, it should come as no surprise that now there's Indonesian K-Pop idols who have entered the space. Just like their colleagues around them, they are hungry to succeed and fill in every box necessary to carry on the title of 'idol'.
Now, let's check out some of these Indonesian K-Pop idols who deserve all the attention and more.
Note: this list is in no specific order.
The first non-Korean female K-Pop idol on our list is Dita. Dita's story does not start with SECRET NUMBER, nor does it end with Triple iz. She's had a long history with K-Pop, finding inspiration from legendary girl group 2NE1 and even taking classes at the world-renowned 1MILLION Dance Studio. She has everything from stage presence, visuals, and variety wit that make her the full package of a top tier idol.
Zayyan is a beloved member of XODIAC who's start in the K-Pop industry wasn't his first venture to stardom. He was previously a contestant on "Indonesian Idol" in 2019. Despite being eliminated, he didn't give up on his dream and worked tirelessly to accomplish his goals. He developed a number of different charms, from his heartthrob visuals to tender vocals. He's not lacking in any department, ultimately proving that he's an idol netizens should keep track of.
Previously a member of boy group 14U, Loudi has remained in the entertainment space as a solo artist. He's participated in various YouTube variety content and has greeted fans through live streams. Loudi has honey-like vocals that are reminiscent of a relaxing spring day. Just one listen and you'll certainly feel weightless, able to soar above the clouds above.
While still striving for the top, Via and her groupmates have earned a dedicated following of fans that support them in all their endeavors. And with members like Via, we can understand why. The Indonesian K-Pop idol's charms captivate WIBBON to no end. Even when she's not at the center of a formation, fans cannot help but follow her every move.
VVUP are currently gearing up for their debut on March 13th. One member that's been catching the eye of netizens is VVUP's KIM. Coming from Indonesia, this isn't KIM's first time in the spotlight. Previously the second runner up for "The Voice Kids Indonesia", KIM has released numerous singles, showcasing her vocal talent. Now, she's ready to take on the K-Pop industry with her groupmates and forge another path of success.
The world of K-Pop is only becoming larger by the day, making it possible for individuals from every corner of the world to become a K-Pop idol.
Do you keep up with any of these Indonesian K-Pop idols?
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