Stray Kids just dropped visual teasers for their upcoming album “KARMA” and the fans are eating them up! On August 8, 2025, JYP Entertainment unveiled the pictures showcasing each member in unique concepts. The mix of edgy, mysterious vibes with bold, high fashion styling has fans STAYs (that’s Stray Kids’ fandom name) trying to piece together what the new era might bring.
Stray Kids stuns in new teaser photos for Karma, out August 22nd. pic.twitter.com/wEdpZeFjbL
— About Music (@AboutMusicYT) August 8, 2025
One teaser in particular stole the spotlight: Hyunjin’s look drew immediate comparisons to Cruella de Vil, thanks to the half black, half white hairstyle! The resemblance was so strong that “Cruella” shot to number 17 on South Korea’s Twitter trending topics within hours. It is clear that the group’s visual game is not just strong, it’s also referencing some of pop culture’s biggest characters. And who could blame fans for their hype? It’s clear that the styling has a striking resemblance to the Disney icon, in the most fabulous way possible.
[📈] “크루엘라” (Cruella) is currently trending #17 on South Korea’s Twitter following the release of Stray Kids's " KARMA " teaser image !🔥#현진 #Hyunjin @Stray_Kids pic.twitter.com/rYJgM0LLe1
— HYUNJIN VIRAL (@HyunjinVir) August 8, 2025
Mark your calendars. “KARMA” drops Friday, August 22, 2025, at 1 p.m. KST (12 a.m. ET). The single follows Stray Kids’ streak of global bops, and it’ll sure add another iconic track to their catalog. Fans can already pre-save and pre-order, locking in early access to the group’s new era. Meanwhile, enjoy Hyunjin’s visual power and his strong Cruella de Vil vibe.
