On September 1, BELIFT LAB officially announced the fandom name for ILLIT, the rising K-pop group, as GLLIT, pronounced “Glit.” The name was revealed after a thorough review of fan suggestions and discussions with the ILLIT members. The group chose this name inspired by the word “glitter,” symbolizing how their fans shine brightly and make ILLIT sparkle in return.
The announcement was made through Weverse, where BELIFT LAB expressed their gratitude to fans who eagerly awaited this news. The agency highlighted that GLLIT perfectly captures the essence of the bond between ILLIT and its fans, with the latter being the true source of the group’s radiance.
Alongside the fandom name announcement, BELIFT LAB also shared exciting news about the ILLIT GLOBAL OFFICIAL FANCLUB GLLIT MEMBERSHIP. The membership will officially open on September 5, 2024, allowing fans to become official members of the GLLIT community and gain access to exclusive content and events.
Are you excited about the name GLLIT? Fans have already started to embrace it, expressing their love and support for ILLIT across various social media platforms.
About ILLIT
ILLIT (아일릿), previously known as I’LL-IT, is a 5-member girl group under BE: LIFT Lab. The group was formed through the survival show R U Next?, a collaboration between HYBE and JTBC. The members—Yunah, Minju, Moka, Wonhee, and Iroha—debuted on March 25th, 2024, with their mini album SUPER REAL ME. Although the group originally consisted of six members, Youngseo, a pre-debut member, left before their official debut.
Since their debut, ILLIT has quickly gained attention for their powerful performances and unique musical style. Their debut mini-album, SUPER REAL ME, was a commercial success, earning them a spot on various music charts and solidifying their presence in the K-pop industry.
As ILLIT continues to rise, their fans, now officially known as GLLIT, are eagerly supporting their journey, looking forward to what this talented group will achieve next.
