IST Entertainment was formed through the 2021 merger of Cre.Ker Entertainment (home of The Boyz) and Play M Entertainment (home of Apink, VICTON, AB6IX, and WEEEKLY). The combined label manages a diverse roster spanning multiple generations of K-pop, from veteran acts like Apink (debuted 2011) to newer groups like WEEEKLY. The merger created operational synergies and a broader platform for international promotion.
5 groups currently active under IST Entertainment