Keyvitup (; stylized in all caps) is a South Korean boy group under iNKODE Entertainment. The group consists of five members: Taehwan, Hyunmin, Sena, Jaein, and Rukia. They debuted on April 8, 2026, with the self-titled extended play (EP) Keyvitup. They are the first boy group produced by JYJ's Kim Jae-joong.
Name The name of the group combines the words "KEY", "VITAL", and "UP". It represents the key that opens doors to new worlds, the energy and liveliness of the members, and the infinite pathways of success for the group.
History
Formation through INTHE X Project Keyvitup was formed through iNKODE Entertainment's trainee project, InThe X Project, which aimed to form a new boy group. Sena and Hyunmin were revealed as members of the project on November 19, 2025, with Taehwan and Rukia following suit over the next few days. Jaein was revealed as a member later on December 23, 2025.
On February 25, 2026, the trainees of INTHE X Project were divided into two groups, each with their own unique concepts. Keyvitup was introduced with a performance-driven sound shaped by hip-hop influences.
Before becoming members of InThe X Project and Keyvitup, several members had already been active in the entertainment industry. In 2024, Taehwan took part in the JTBC reality competition show Project 7, but was eliminated in the eleventh episode after ranking 30th. Additionally, several other trainees received training under other entertainment companies. Sena received training from under ADOR, while Rukia received training from under YG Entertainment.
2026: Debut with Keyvitup On March 8, 2026, it was announced that Keyvitup would make their official debut on April 8, with their first self-titled EP Keyvitup, alongside its double lead singles "Keyvitup" and "Legendary", following the pre-release single "Best One" on March 27. The group held a showcase in Seoul to commemorate their debut and the EP's release.
Keyvitup made their international debut as part of the daily line-up for KCON Japan 2026, and the August 14-15 line-up for KCON LA 2026.
Members
Taehwan () Hyunmin () Sena () Jaein () Rukia ()
Timeline
Discography
Extended plays + List of extended plays, showing selected details, selected chart positions, and sales figures Title Details Peak chart positions Sales KOR Keyvitup Released: April 8, 2026 Label: iNKODE Formats: CD, digital download, streaming 5 KOR: 124,051Cumulative sales of Keyvitup:
Singles +List of singles, showing year released, selected chart positions, and name of the album Title Year Peak chart positions Album KOR DLPeak chart positions on the Circle Download Chart: Songs from Keyvitup: "Best One" 2026 119 Keyvitup "Keyvitup" 101 "Legendary" 113
Other charted songs + List of other charted songs, showing year released, selected chart positions, and name of the album Title Year Peak chart positions Album KORDLPeak chart positions on the Circle Download Chart: Songs from Keyvitup: "Show Me Something" 2026 120 Keyvitup "Polaroid" 118
Videography
Music videos Title Year Director(s) "Best One" 2026 YVNG WING (IDIOTS) "Keyvitup" "Legendary" Jongho JP (IDIOTS)
Other videos Title Year Director(s) Notes "Best One" 2026 Yunhwanz Performance video "Keyvitup" NOHP (IDIOTS) "Polaroid"— Music story
Live performances
Music festivals EventDateLocationPerformed song(s) KCON Japan 2025 May 8-10, 2026 Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan Boryeong Mud Festival 2026 July 25, 2026 Mud Expo Square, Boryeong, South Korea Jeongnamjin Jangheung Water Festival 2026 July 30, 2026 Tamjin River, Jangheung, South KoreaKCON LA 2026August 14-15, 2026Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, United States MU:CON Seoul 2026 September 3, 2026 Cube Convention Center, Seoul, South Korea Andong K-Pop Concert 2026 October 2, 2026 Talchum Park, Andong, South Korea
Awards and nominations + Name of the award ceremony, year presented, category, nominee of the award, and the result of the nomination Award ceremony Year Category Nominee / Work Result colspan="6"
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