The group I-DLE has proven their global influence by being named to Forbes' "30 Under 30 Asia" list for 2026.
On May 27 (local time), I-DLE was selected for the Entertainment & Sports category of the "30 Under 30 Asia" list released by the U.S. business magazine Forbes.
Each year, Forbes announces its selection of individuals and teams under the age of 30 who are leading their respective industries in the Asia-Pacific region. The Entertainment & Sports category highlights young talent who have excelled in various fields, including music, film, broadcasting, and sports. By being named as one of the groups representing K-pop, I-DLE has once again proven their global standing.
Forbes highly evaluated not only I-DLE's musical achievements but also their influence and growth potential in the global market.
After releasing their digital single "Mono (Feat. skaiwater)" in January this year, I-DLE carried out active local promotions, appearing on major U.S. programs such as NBC's representative morning show "The Today Show," "The Kelly Clarkson Show," and "iHeart KPOP with JoJo".
Recently, they also graced the digital cover of the famous U.S. culture magazine "PAPER," drawing intense spotlight from local media. They are recognized for their influence not only in music and performance but also across fashion and culture, successfully expanding their global fandom.
Currently, I-DLE is meeting fans worldwide through their fourth world tour, "2026 I-DLE WORLD TOUR [Syncopation]". While continuing their global tour amid high interest in each region, they are also gearing up for a new album release this coming July.
In particular, they are scheduled to perform at Lollapalooza, one of the most prominent music festivals in the U.S., in the same month, which is expected to further expand their connection with local music fans.
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(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
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