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Twice

Twice is a South Korean girl group formed by JYP Entertainment in 2015 through the reality competition show Sixteen.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Twice is a South Korean girl group formed by JYP Entertainment in 2015 through the reality competition show Sixteen. The group has nine members and is widely recognized as one of the best-selling and most influential K-pop girl groups, often referred to as the "Nation's Girl Group" in South Korea. The group debuted on 20 October 2015 with the mini-album The Story Begins.

History

Twice formed after the JYP Entertainment survival program Sixteen and debuted in October 2015 with The Story Begins. The group quickly became a major act in South Korean pop music and later expanded its activities internationally.

Members

The group has nine members: Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu. Sources consistently list the lineup as nine members.

Public image and impact

Twice is commonly described as one of K-pop's most influential girl groups and is often called the "Nation's Girl Group" in South Korea. Their success is frequently linked to the broader rise of girl groups in the Korean Wave.

Discography

Twice has released multiple albums and EPs since debut and records in both Korean and Japanese. Coverage notes strong commercial performance and repeated music releases across the group's career.

Key facts

  • Twice was formed by JYP Entertainment through the 2015 survival show Sixteen.
  • The group debuted on 20 October 2015 with the mini-album The Story Begins.
  • Twice consists of nine members: Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu.
  • The group is considered one of the best-selling girl groups in K-pop history.
  • Twice is credited with helping drive the resurgence of girl groups in the Korean Wave.
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Canadian context

Twice has a significant Canadian fan presence through the global K-pop market and international touring, and it is widely covered by Canadian music and pop-culture audiences as part of K-pop's global expansion.

Frequently asked questions

Who are the members of Twice?
Twice has nine members: Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu.
How did Twice form?
The group was formed by JYP Entertainment through the 2015 reality competition show Sixteen.
When did Twice debut?
Twice debuted on 20 October 2015 with the mini-album The Story Begins.
Why is Twice called the Nation's Girl Group?
The nickname reflects the group's widespread popularity and strong public recognition in South Korea.
What kind of music does Twice perform?
Sources describe their music as K-pop with elements including dance-pop, bubblegum pop, J-pop, and EDM.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twice
    Supports: Group formation, nine-member lineup, reputation, and nickname.
  2. ELLE — https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a69137204/who-are-twice-members/
    Supports: Members, debut through Sixteen, and overall influence.
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  4. Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/
    Supports: Debut date and debut release from multilingual source results.
  5. TIME — https://time.com/5671342/twice-k-pop-everything-to-know/
    Supports: Reality-show formation, release activity, and name explanation.