Bang Si-hyeok's production and Song Kang's support… ILLIT's dark transformation, the nation says "I'm going to arrest you" [Comprehensive]

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Group ILLIT has returned with a dark transformation.

A media showcase was held on the 26th in the afternoon at the Uri WON Banking Hall of Bluesquare in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, to mark the release of ILLIT (Yuna, Minju, Moka, Wonhee, Iroha)'s fifth mini-album "Break Even."

ILLIT made their comeback six months after releasing "MAMIHLAPINATAPAI" in April. On this day, Yuna stated, "I am happy to be able to show a new look with each comeback. Because the music has a distinct concept, we prepared carefully, paying close attention to every detail from the recording stage."

Wonhee said, "Since this is a comeback following 'It's Me,' which received so much love, we prepared with the desire to show an even better image. We prepared with confidence, considering it my favorite album," and added, "Please listen to every track without missing any."

Following this, Iroha said, "Before this comeback, we revealed the title track at our encore tour stage, and since the reaction was so enthusiastic, I feel excited about this comeback as well. Through this activity, we will show you a step of growth," sparking anticipation.

Minju urged, "It is surprising and exciting that we have already released our fifth mini-album. The strength of the music lies in its maximized addictiveness. I think you will naturally hum along. Please enjoy watching."

However, this comeback was made as a four-member lineup, with member Moka absent due to health issues that halted her activities in June. Minju said, "As we prepared for our first comeback as a four-member group, we felt Moka's absence greatly. I think it would have fit well if Moka had been there too," and added, "She is watching our content at concerts carefully and cheering us on, saying it looks cool. Thanks to her support, we are gaining strength. Although we are four, we will fill the stage with Moka's heart as well."

Iroha also conveyed, "She listened to this song and said it was amazing, cheering us on. She has a strong desire to return to the fans' side, so she is working hard to recover," adding, "Recently, we gathered and talked about wanting to make this kind of music. Please wait until Moka hyung returns."

"Break Even" talks about the break-even point of a relationship where there is neither loss nor profit. ILLIT, who had been moving straight toward someone they liked, realizes that their feelings were one-sided and declares, "I will not continue a relationship that results in a loss anymore." This album includes four tracks in total, including the title track "I'm Going to Arrest You," as well as "Super in Love," "MORE," and "POP."

Minju said, "Many people say ILLIT has undergone a dark transformation. There is a lot of raw emotional expression. While filming the concept film, we acted out irritation, and the more we did it, the more refreshing it felt." She added, "I hope you fall for ILLIT's witty and bold charm in this album that arrests the entire nation. We will become an ILLIT that captivates many people."

The title track "I'm Going to Arrest You" is an electropop song that contains a bold warning about directly ending a relationship with someone who made them misunderstand themselves through habitual kindness.

Wonhee hinted, "It will also be interesting to see the evidence that makes it impossible not to misunderstand, and the clues and circumstances accumulated in previous works listed in the lyrics." Yuna introduced, "It is a song whose addictiveness has become even stronger. A whistle appears throughout the track, so it should be able to capture your ears."

HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyeok produced all the tracks on this album. Minju conveyed, "I could not meet him because he was overseas, but since he said it turned out 'the best ever,' I think we prepared the album with confidence."

In particular, actor Song Kang appeared in the title track's music video, drawing attention. Yuna said, "He told us he was watching our activities well. He gave us so much support that I want to use this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to him."

As they had prepared the album diligently, their resolve was also exceptional. Wonhee emphasized, "I think ILLIT's strength is addictive music, which is the ILLIT core. There is a saying that 'there are people who have never seen it, but no one has seen it only once.' We will ensure that for this album as well, there are no people who haven't seen it and no people who have seen it only once."

Finally, Yuna stated, "This year marks our third year since debut. I have developed a desire for music and stages, and a mindset to become more professional. Now, I want to show you a polished image," while Iroha revealed, "We prepared with the hope that more people would enjoy listening to ILLIT's music. Every time you sing along or follow our dance, it feels like we are being loved. There are many attractive songs, so please listen to them a lot. We will work hard to be remembered as an ILLIT that you can trust and listen to consistently."

Meanwhile, ILLIT's fifth mini-album "Break Even" is released at 6 p.m. on the 26th through various music streaming sites.

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