K-pop girl group ILLIT has solidified their global status by winning ‘Best New Artist (K-pop)’ at the prestigious 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The ceremony, held in Los Angeles, celebrated the most-streamed artists of the year, and ILLIT’s victory highlights their rapid rise in the international music scene.
Debuting in March 2024, ILLIT made waves with their first single ‘Magnetic,’ which set unprecedented records for a K-pop debut by entering both the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK’s Official Singles Chart. Their debut album ‘SUPER REAL ME’ and follow-up mini-album ‘I’LL LIKE YOU’ also landed on the Billboard 200, making them the only newly debuted K-pop act to achieve this milestone.
Their success extends beyond music charts. With a total of 13 awards from Korean, American, and Japanese award shows, including seven rookie prizes, ILLIT has cemented its position as a top-tier 5th-generation girl group. They were also nominated for the MTV EMA and the 2024 Billboard Music Awards, further proving their growing influence.
In addition to their music achievements, ILLIT has gained popularity in Japan and Korea with their song ‘Almond Chocolate,’ the theme track for the film ‘I Don’t Like You Just for Your Face.’ The song performed well on Japanese charts and contributed to the movie’s success, with fans loving their special Korean version performance.
ILLIT continues to expand their influence globally, setting new standards for K-pop’s future. With their impressive momentum, fans eagerly await their next steps in music and performance.
