I.O.I Returns: Legendary Girl Group Drops Witty Concept Photos Ahead of Historic Reunion

The girls are back! Nine years after their debut, the iconic group I.O.I has finally reunited, revealing a fresh concept for their upcoming mini-album, ‘I.O.I : LOOP.’

The excitement is reaching a fever pitch. On April 24, I.O.I (Lim Na-young, Chungha, Kim Se-jeong, Jung Chae-yeon, Kim So-hye, Yu Yeon-jung, Choi Yoo-jung, Kim Do-yeon, and Jeon So-mi) released their first official group photo for their third mini-album, I.O.I : LOOP.

A Reunion Defined by Growth

The newly released group photo captures the members with witty, candid expressions that immediately grab the viewer’s attention. Underneath the photo, the caption reads, “We met again as who we became,” perfectly summarizing the journey these nine women have taken since their time on Produce 101.

While fans are familiar with the group’s friendly and energetic charm, this new concept adds a layer of depth. The image captures them not just as the idols they were, but as the artists they have grown into, blending familiarity with a refreshing, mature sensibility.

What is ‘I.O.I : LOOP’?

I.O.I : LOOP is the group’s first new release in nine years. It is designed to be a “completed puzzle” of the youth they shared during their initial debut days. By returning as a full team, the members are fulfilling their promise to fans—delivering a performance that is “most I.O.I-like” in this very moment.

World Tour and Comeback Schedule

I.O.I isn’t just dropping an album; they are hitting the road. To celebrate their comeback, they have announced the ‘2026 I.O.I Concert Tour: LOOP.’

• Seoul: May 29 – May 31 (Three days)
• Bangkok: June 6
• Hong Kong: June 20 – June 21

Key Dates to Remember:

• May 4: Pre-release track drop
• May 19 (6 PM): Official release of the mini-album I.O.I : LOOP