Kep1er announces a bold image change for their 8th mini album 'CRACK CODE,' showcasing a darker, more provocative style.
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Kep1er is about to make a comeback and has announced a bold image change. Their agency, KLAP Entertainment, has released concept films and photos that give a glimpse of the atmosphere of Kep1er’s 8th mini album 'CRACK CODE,' raising expectations for the comeback. The first concept film opens with Shen Xiaoting's fantastical gaze, showcasing Kep1er’s strong impact even in a chaotic atmosphere, capturing attention from the start. Following this, Hyunbin Baek, Kim Chaehyun, Choi Yujin, Hikaru, and Kim Dayeon’s sharp gazes are sequentially shown to the camera. Then, Kim Dayeon’s rough shout breaks the silence, completely changing the atmosphere. It conveys a message that seems to awaken the inner instincts lurking behind anxious gazes. The mood of this concept film is carried over to the first concept photo, hinting at Kep1er’s provocative image change. As the title suggests, anxiety and fluctuating emotions are condensed, vividly expressed visually in a closed inner state. The released concept photos catch the eye with unprecedented styling. The incorporation of sheer, strap, and cut-out details completes an evolved visual, emphasizing the bold image change with the six members' body lines highlighted by light. In this way, Kep1er maximizes their charm with provocative sheer fashion, challenging a dark and cool style. They show the mood and direction they will present through the new work, hinting at a new transformation on stage. Recently, Kep1er announced a reorganization into a six-member lineup with Choi Yujin, Shen Xiaoting, Kim Chaehyun, Kim Dayeon, Hikaru, and Hyunbin Baek. Through spoiler posters and comeback posters, they have shifted from their previous bright and energetic image to hint at a deeper aura. They will release their 8th mini album 'CRACK CODE' on the 31st at 6 PM through various music distribution sites.
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