The group xikers has reached the milestone of 1,000 days since their debut.
On the 23rd, xikers commemorated their 1,000th day by posting celebratory photos on their official social media accounts. Holding balloons that read “HAPPY 1000 DAY♥,” the members shared cheerful photos to mark the meaningful occasion. Debuting on March 30, 2023, xikers made an immediate impact on the K-pop scene with their first mini album, “HOUSE OF TRICKY : Doorbell Ringing.” Just 12 days after debut, they entered the Billboard main chart Billboard 200 at No. 75, and were also selected by the Recording Academy (GRAMMY) as one of the “Top 11 K-pop Boy Groups to Watch in 2023,” signaling the arrival of a “monster rookie.”
As xikers celebrate their 1,000th day after a powerful debut that captured the attention of K-pop fans worldwide, their remarkable journey to date stands out even more. Built on the members’ strong songwriting skills and solid teamwork, xikers have established a distinct identity of their own. Members Minjae, Sumin, and Yechan have participated in album production from their first mini album through their sixth, consistently proving their musical capabilities.
In addition, the group has captivated fans with their unparalleled performances, highlighted by powerful, perfectly synchronized choreography from all 10 members. Just six months after debut, xikers launched their first world tour. In 2024, they became the first fifth-generation boy group to hold consecutive tours in the Americas and Europe, further expanding their global reach. This year, they successfully concluded their 2025 World Tour “Road to XY : Enter the Gate,” performing in Seoul, five cities across the Americas, and Tokyo, Japan, bringing the tour to a grand finale.
During the world tour, xikers also achieved the distinction of being the only K-pop boy group invited to perform at the major U.S. music festival Wango Tango.
Amid their continued growth, xikers’ popularity has reached new heights. With the release of their sixth mini album last October, they set new personal bests on both digital and physical charts, surpassing 320,000 copies in first-week sales to achieve a career high.
Furthermore, xikers earned a triple crown at year-end award ceremonies, winning Best Artist at the 2025 Korea Grand Music Awards with iM Bank (2025 KGMA), the AAA Potential Award at the 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards 2025 (10th AAA 2025), and the K-POP Award at the Korea Culture and Entertainment Awards, cementing their status as rising global artists.
Written by Mun Wan Sik
Translated by Lee So Yun
