Red Velvet’s dynamic duo, Irene and Seulgi, are gearing up for a major comeback with a new mini-album this May, their first in five years. They’re also hitting the road for their debut solo concert tour across Asia, starting in June, promising fans unforgettable performances.
Big News for ReVeluvs
The K-pop world is buzzing with excitement. On April 14, SM Entertainment confirmed that Irene and Seulgi will release a fresh mini-album in May. This marks their first project as a unit since their 2020 debut album, Monster.
Fans have been waiting eagerly for this moment. The duo’s return comes after both members pursued solo projects. Seulgi dropped her second solo mini-album, Accidentally on Purpose, in March 2025, with the hit track Baby, Not Baby. Irene released her first solo mini-album, Like A Flower, in November 2024.
Now, they’re reuniting to bring their signature chemistry back to the stage. SM Entertainment shared:
Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi are preparing a new mini album, with the goal of a release in May. Please look forward to it.
Details about the album, like its title, tracklist, or concept, are still under wraps. But fans are already speculating about what new sound or style the duo might explore.
A Historic Concert Tour
Alongside the album, Irene and Seulgi are launching their first-ever solo concert tour, named 2025 IRENE & SEULGI Concert Tour [BALANCE] in ASIA. The tour kicks off in Seoul and will visit seven Asian cities.
Here’s the full tour schedule:
- Seoul, South Korea: June 14–15, 2025, at Olympic Hall, Olympic Park, Songpa-gu
- Singapore: July 4, 2025, at The Star Theatre
- Macau: July 12, 2025
- Bangkok, Thailand: July 19, 2025
- Taipei, Taiwan: August 3, 2025
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: September 13, 2025
- Tokyo, Japan: September 24–25, 2025
Each show is set to run for 120 minutes, packed with new songs and iconic hits. The tour promises a mix of their powerful performances and unique charm. Venues for cities like Macau, Bangkok, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, and Tokyo are yet to be announced, but excitement is already building.
Ticketing for the Seoul concerts starts soon. Fan club presale begins April 21 at 8 PM KST, with general sales opening April 22 at 8 PM KST. Fans can check Red Velvet’s official SNS or the Melon Ticket platform for details, which went live at 2 PM KST on April 14.
Why This Comeback Matters
Irene and Seulgi made waves with their 2020 debut mini-album, Monster. It featured six tracks, including the hit singles Monster and Naughty. The album topped charts and became the best-selling female sub-unit release in South Korea that year. Fans praised their bold concept, sharp choreography, and perfect teamwork.
Their debut set a high bar. Monster blended intense visuals with experimental sounds, earning critical and commercial success. The duo even starred in their own reality show, a spin-off of Red Velvet’s Level Up Project, and performed at global events like Time 100 Talks in 2020, where they honored frontline workers during the pandemic.
Since then, fans have longed for more. Social media exploded with joy when the comeback was announced. Posts on platforms like X showed fans sharing throwbacks to Monster and buzzing about the tour. One fan wrote:
intense concept, performance and perfect chemistry. In this tour, you will be able to meet a variety of performances including new songs, and enjoy the unique charm of Irene & Seulgi.
Another commented on Reddit:
I’m actually glad that SM is finally pushing and marketing them as a duo after so long. I’m pretty sure they’ll add more dates since there are glaring omissions like Manila and Jakarta.
What Fans Can Expect
The upcoming album and tour are a big deal for Irene, Seulgi, and their fans, known as ReVeluvs. The duo’s past work showed their ability to blend elegance with power. Their performances are known for tight vocals, fierce dance moves, and a chemistry that lights up the stage.
While no teasers have dropped yet, SM Entertainment hinted at collaborations with top K-pop producers. Fans expect a fresh sound that builds on their Monster era but brings something new. The tour will likely feature tracks from the May album, plus fan favorites like Monster and Naughty.
The duo’s solo activities add to the hype. Irene, born Bae Ju Hyun on March 29, 1991, is Red Velvet’s visual and a skilled dancer. She’s also acted in projects like the film Double Patty. Seulgi, born Kang Seul Gi on February 10, 1994, is a powerhouse vocalist and dancer who speaks Japanese and plays guitar. Both trained under SM Entertainment as part of SM Rookies before debuting with Red Velvet in 2014.
Looking Ahead
This comeback and tour mark a new chapter for Irene and Seulgi. Red Velvet as a group celebrated their 10th anniversary in 2024 with the EP Cosmic, which topped iTunes charts in 50 regions. Despite changes—like members Wendy and Yeri not renewing their SM Entertainment contracts—the group remains active, and Irene and Seulgi are leading the charge with their unit.
Fans are also excited about other appearances. The duo will perform at the IAM K-POP concert in Manila on March 29, 2025, at Araneta Coliseum, alongside RIIZE and HORI7ON. This event, billed as a major K-pop festival, shows their growing global reach.
Some fans voiced concerns about tour planning, especially venue sizes. A Reddit post noted:
sm’s never capitalized off of red velvet’s chinese fandom and it’s genuinely mind boggling to witness. the queue for their fancon stop in macau last year had 300k ppl waiting to buy a ticket. and now this year for aseul they only booked a venue with a capacity of 1,682?
Still, the overall mood is one of thrill and anticipation. The tour’s name, BALANCE, hints at a show that blends their bold and soft sides, much like Red Velvet’s “red” and “velvet” concepts.
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Sources: Kpopmap
