MONSTA X’s I.M, iKON’s DK, Kang Daniel, and NU’EST’s Baekho share one stage, turning the 2026 Ground Forces Festival into a surprise “Genie” moment.
3rd-generation K-pop stars MONSTA X’s I.M, iKON’s DK, former Wanna One member Kang Daniel, and NU’EST’s Baekho recently caught fans off guard with a surprise dance performance during their mandatory military service. The four idols came together at the 16th Ground Forces Festival in Gyeryong, South Korea, where they showed off their moves to Girls’ Generation’s iconic hit “Genie.”
The unexpected “Genie” performance quickly caught fans’ attention. After all, seeing four familiar faces from different groups share the stage was certainly not on anyone’s 2026 bingo card. Even more surprising, all four stars are currently completing their military service.
A “Tell Me Your Wish” Moment at the 2026 Ground Forces Festival
The four idols brought their own charm to the stage as they danced to “Genie,” a beloved Girls’ Generation hit. Moreover, they confidently matched its iconic choreography, keeping the stage full of energy. They also shared videos in their respective social media accounts, giving fans another fun glimpse of their unexpected collaboration.
However, “Genie” was only one of several songs featured during the festival. The military performance team also performed Wanna One’s “Energetic,” Justin Bieber’s “Baby,” SEVENTEEN’s “Super,” and ATEEZ’s “BAD,” among other tracks. Meanwhile, several other well-known idols and actors also took part in the festival, including SEVENTEEN’s WOOZI.
Held from October 1 to 5, the 16th Ground Forces Festival takes place in Gyeryong, South Korea. The city is home to Gyeryongdae, the headquarters of South Korea’s Army, Navy, and Air Force. Throughout the five-day event, visitors can enjoy military bands, honor guard performances, equipment displays, hands-on activities, and public stage shows.
The four idols are serving at different stages, with I.M and Kang Daniel enlisting in February 2026, followed by DK in July 2025 and Baekho in December 2025. Ultimately, their “Genie” performance brought the four third-generation idols together for an unexpected treat fans never saw coming.
Source: DK Official Instagram
