The D Awards showcase 5th generation K-POP idols, featuring NCT WISH, NEXZ, KickFlip, AxMxP, and Choi RIB in a star-studded event.
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The current and future of 5th generation K-POP idols color the stage of the 'D Awards'. The '2nd D Awards' has today (31st) released the third lineup of five groups including NCT WISH, NEXZ, KickFlip, AxMxP, and Choi RIB from Mnet's 'BOYS II PLANET'. NCT WISH, which will release albums that will all record million sellers, updated its personal best record by selling 1,395,217 copies of its 3rd mini-album 'COLOR' released in September in just the first week. Their first solo concert held from October 31 to November 2 at Incheon Inspire Arena was sold out for all performances. NEXZ has shown a wide range of activities this year and is expected to have global success in 2026. Their 3rd mini-album 'Beat-Boxer', released in October, topped the major music streaming and album charts in Korea, proving their popularity. The members participated in choreography, lyrics, composition, and arrangement, showcasing their talents as versatile artists. KickFlip, which debuted earlier this year, has had a fulfilling year, winning 'The Awards Remark' and 'The Awards Discovery' right after debut. They demonstrated solid skills through three mini-albums and sold out all four of their first fan concerts in January, solidifying their position as the next generation's main stars. AxMxP, which confidently debuted with a triple title song in September, is gaining attention as a super rookie that has shown presence at large festivals such as 'Beautiful Mint Life 2025' and 'Busan International Rock Festival 2025'. Additionally, Choi RIB, who debuted as a solo artist from Mnet's 'BOYS II PLANET', will debut a special collaboration with AxMxP. The 'D Awards' has confirmed 14 groups to perform, including P1Harmony, ENHYPEN, xikers, ZEROBASEONE, AHOF in the first lineup, and BOYNEXTDOOR, 82MAJOR, QWER, izna in the second lineup, up to this third lineup. The '2nd D Awards' will be held on February 11, 2026, at Korea University's Hwa Jeong Gymnasium in Seongbuk District.
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