YG Entertainment has unveiled KAYCI as the third member of NEXT MONSTER, moving one step closer to revealing the full four-member group. She was born in 2012, making her 13 years old at the time of her public reveal. KAYCI began her journey as a trainee with YG approximately one year and six months before her introduction, meaning she joined the agency at roughly 11 or 12 years old.
EVELLI came first. CHANYA followed. Now KAYCI joins the lineup as YG continues its slow, one-by-one reveal ahead of the group’s planned 2027 debut.
KAYCI fits the YG mold perfectly with her talent and confidence. YG framed her as a versatile member with strong vocals and striking stage charisma, which instantly made her stand out in the growing NEXT MONSTER members rollout.
From EVELLI to KAYCI: How YG is Building the “Perfect” Elite Quartet
Rather than dropping the full lineup at once, YG has been spacing out each reveal. It’s a classic slow-burn strategy, and so far it’s doing what it’s supposed to do. Each member has arrived with a clear role and a slightly different appeal.
EVELLI, the first member introduced, was positioned around vocal strength and emotive performance. CHANYA, revealed second, was spotlighted for her dance skills and charismatic visuals. Now KAYCI steps in with her reveal centered on vocal strength, versatility, and a cool, self-assured aura.
According to fan-compiled profile information on Kpop Profiles, KAYCI was introduced on April 30, 2026. The reveal showcases her dual talent in singing and dancing, identifying her as a Korean-Chinese trainee raised in China.
Her Vocal Reveal is Driving Most of the Early Buzz
KAYCI’s voice captures most of the early attention. In her reveal content, KAYCI performed Adele’s “When We Were Young,” providing a high-definition look at her actual talent as a performer. It was the kind of reveal that lets people actually hear what a trainee brings to the table.
Coverage from allkpop also highlighted the emotional tone of that performance, which is a big reason the clips spread so fast across fan communities.
