The highly anticipated idol competition show franchise is back with seven talented groups. The seven groups competing for the prize and a chance to join the 2025 KCON Special Lineup are TEMPEST, 8TURN, YOUNITE, ONEUS, THE NEW SIX, CRAVITY, and The CrewOne. In this season, they don’t only compete in team battles but also in individual battles with each team’s ace. The seven K-pop acts compete against each other to prove themselves not only to their fans but to the general public as well. During their journey on Road to Kingdom, they’ll share their own story and show off their talents. Out of seven groups, only five will advance to the finals. TAEMIN of SHINee hosts the show as an MC.