With a fierce multinational lineup and an unapologetically bold concept, X:IN is carving a distinct lane in K-pop. The five-member girl group — made up of members from Korea, India, and Russia — recently sat down with us to talk about their latest mini album Defend Myself, a raw and genre-blending project that dives deep into the realities behind the spotlight. From their globally unique identity to the personal touch behind their creative process, and sitsterhood.

After over a year away from the spotlight, rising K‑pop soon‑to‑breakouts X:IN return with their third mini‑album, Defend Myself—and it’s their most intense statement yet. Out May 17, 2025 under new agency BeBy Entertainment, the EP is a galvanizing dive into anxiety, image pressure, and emotional survival.