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K-pop star Key is never one to sit idle.

The 33-year-old, a member of the iconic boy group SHINee, finds himself performing as a group member, creating as a solo artist, starring in multiple reality TV shows and still finding time to have moments to himself.

“I think every person has their own 12 identities or something,” the singer jokes to The Hollywood Reporter backstage at his music agency Sm Entertainment’s SMTown Live L.A. He goes on to explain that every person takes on a different identity in a different situation, and that’s how he’s been able to tackle his many roles as a household name in Korea.

Below, the K-pop star gets honest about growing older in the industry, what kind of music he’s looking to create next and what he’s most excited about when visiting L.A. this summer for Kcon.

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Kcon Japan 2025 2nd Lineup Announced (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Kcon Japan 2025 has finally announced the 2nd lineup of performers. Previously, it was confirmed that SHINee’s Taemin, Jo Yu Ri, Zerobaseone, and more will take center stage. As per the latest update, Tws, Qwer, izna, and more fresh K-pop acts are set to dazzle on the stage.

On February 25, Kcon Japan 2025 announced that Tws, Qwer, Evnne, Ini, Is:Sue, and izna will perform on March 9 and 11 along with the first lineup SHINee’s Taemin, Jo Yu Ri, and Zerobaseone, Boynextdoor, Kep1er, Me:I, Cravity, and JO1.

The highly-anticipated K-pop festival will take place on March 9 and 11 at the Makuhari Messe Convention Center in Chiba, Japan.

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Kcon Japan 2025 first lineup of performers (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Kcon Japan 2025 just announced the first lineup of performers. The highly anticipated K–pop festival is scheduled to take place in Chiba in May. The recent announcement has unveiled a star-studded lineup, consisting of artists from different generations. From seasoned K-pop idols like SHINee’s Taemin to fresh group Boynextdoor, these acts are expected to add energy to the evening.

On February 21, Kcon Japan 2025 announced SHINee’s Taemin, Jo Yu Ri, Zerobaseone, Boynextdoor, Kep1er, Cravity, JO1, and Me:i as the first lineup of performers. Fans are now more than excited for the festival, given all of these artists have recently been quite active.

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