The global dance community is buzzing with excitement as Mnet’s groundbreaking competition series “World of Street Woman Fighter” has officially announced its return date. In an unprecedented international expansion, Season 3 of the wildly popular Street Woman Fighter franchise will feature elite dancers from four countries competing for dance supremacy. The new season promises to transform what began as a Korean cultural phenomenon into a truly global dance movement.

Release Date of World of Street Woman Fighter & How To Vote

World of Street Woman Fighter, Season 3 of the SWF series, will premiere on May 27, 2025. Dance enthusiasts worldwide can tune in weekly on Mnet and The Choom YouTube to witness the evolution of street dance across cultural boundaries.

In a strategic move to build anticipation before the premiere, Mnet has implemented an innovative pre-season voting system. Fans can support their favorite teams by engaging with promotional content on YouTube’s The CHOOM channel. The voting mechanism weighs both views and engagement, with likes multiplied by 100 and combined with total views of each team’s evaluation videos. This approach not only builds anticipation but creates a global community around the competition before it even begins.

International World of Street Woman Fighter Cast: A Global Dance Revolution

The third season represents a major expansion of the SWF universe, bringing together diverse dance styles and cultural influences from around the world. Six powerhouse teams will compete, each bringing their unique national identity and dance heritage to the international stage:

Team Korea “BUMSUP”

Korea returns with an all-star lineup featuring the most celebrated dancers from previous seasons. This dream team unites the original pioneers who helped establish K-dance on the global stage:

• HONEY J (HipHop) – Leader of Season 1 winning crew HolyBang
• HYOIN CHOI (HipHop) – Known for precise isolations and powerful presence
• RIHEY (HipHop) – CocaNButter leader with distinctive choreographic vision
• NOZE (Choreography) – Social media sensation whose “Hey Mama” challenge went viral
• LEEJUNG (Choreography) – Technical virtuoso with background in competitive dance
• GABEE (Choreography) – LaChica leader known for her expressive performances
• MONIKA (HipHop) – Respected veteran and PROWDMON founder
• AIKI (Choreography) – HOOK leader with innovative choreographic approaches
• LIP J (Waacking) – Pioneered waacking in Korea with distinctive personal style

Team USA “MOTIV”

America brings raw power and innovation with a crew that represents diverse dance communities from across the United States:

• MARLEE (HipHop) – Battle-tested performer from New York’s competitive scene
• KAIDI (HipHop) – Known for fluid transitions and creative concepts
• ABBY (HipHop) – Commercial dancer with experience backing major artists
• LOGISTX (Breaking) – Olympic-level breaking specialist
• NYSSA (HipHop) – Choreographer with distinctive musicality
• BELLA (HipHop) – Technical specialist with classical training background
• FANTAYE (HipHop) – Known for afro-fusion and experimental approaches

Team New Zealand “ROYAL FAMILY”

The legendary Royal Family brings their polyswagg dominance and Polynesian influences:

• TEESHA (Dance Hall) – Brings Caribbean influences to the crew’s repertoire
• ISLA (Polyswagg) – Known for clean execution and performance quality
• MAIYA (Polyswagg) – Technical specialist with precise isolations
• HARMZ (HipHop) – Adds raw street style to the team’s performances
• TIARE (Polyswagg) – Showcases powerful movements with cultural influences
• ZARI (Polyswagg) – Renowned for choreographic innovation
• MOANA (Polyswagg) – Brings traditional Polynesian influences to modern dance
• KYLIE (Polyswagg) – Competition veteran with extensive performance experience

Team Japan (Osaka) “OSAKA OJO GANG”

Representing Japan’s vibrant Osaka dance scene with technical precision and stylistic diversity:

• IBUKI (Waacking) – Pioneering waacking specialist in Japan’s scene
• MINAMI (HipHop) – Technical powerhouse with clean execution
• UWA (Popping) – Animation and popping specialist with mechanical precision
• JUNNA (RNB) – Smooth stylist specialized in R&B-influenced movement
• RENAN (Choreography) – Known for complex arrangements and formations
• HANA (Girls) – Brings feminine energy with attitude-driven performance
• RUU (Freestyle) – Improvisational specialist with battle background
• KYOKA (HipHop) – Brings raw street style with powerful execution

Team Tokyo “RH TOKYO”

Tokyo’s elite dance collective brings technical precision and innovative concepts:

• RIEHATA (HipHop) – Internationally recognized choreographer and leader
• REINA (HipHop) – Known for sharp movements and stage presence
• RENA (HipHop) – Technical specialist with clean lines
• ASUKA (HipHop) – Brings power moves and dynamic performance
• RICO HIRAI (HipHop) – Fusion specialist blending multiple styles
• MONA (HipHop) – Known for musicality and groove-based movement
• AKO (HipHop) – Brings experimental approaches to traditional styles
• NINA NEVES (HipHop) – International background bringing global influences

Team Australia “AG SQUAD”

Australia brings diversity with a team representing the country’s multicultural dance community:

• KAEA (Dance Hall) – Brings Caribbean-influenced styles with high energy
• RUTHYBABY (REGGAETON) – Latin dance specialist with dynamic movements
• Danica (Heels) – Brings feminine power with technical heel work
• AALIYAH (HipHop) – Street style specialist with battle background
• VANESSA (Commercial HipHop) – Brings industry experience and polished performance
• ALYSHA (HipHop) – Known for clean execution and choreographic vision
• KYRA (Gangsta) – Brings raw attitude with distinctive style
• KALEECE (HipHop) – Technical foundation with competitive experience

New Host Creates Fresh Dynamic

Adding to the season’s excitement, industry insiders suggest that Sung Hanbin, member of popular K-pop group ZEROBASEONE, will take on hosting duties. His appointment would bring youthful energy and connect the show to new audiences through his established fanbase.

The Legacy of Street Woman Fighter

The Street Woman Fighter franchise began as a cultural revolution in South Korea. The debut season, which aired from August to October 2021, transformed underground dancers into national celebrities and brought street dance into mainstream Korean entertainment.

HolyBang, led by HONEY J (now competing in Season 3), claimed victory in the inaugural season, receiving ₩50 million prize money, a lucrative Budweiser sponsorship, and the coveted Street Woman Fighter trophy. The show’s impact extended beyond competition, creating performance opportunities, commercial endorsements, and television appearances for contestants.

The franchise expanded with “Street Man Fighter” in 2022, featuring male crews, followed by “Street Woman Fighter 2” in 2023, which introduced new female dance crews to the spotlight.

With this third incarnation going global, “World of Street Woman Fighter” aims to create an international platform for female dancers while showcasing diverse dance styles from around the world. The competition promises to transcend cultural boundaries through the universal language of dance, potentially establishing a new global standard for dance entertainment.

Will Team Korea defend their home turf, or will international competitors bring fresh perspectives to claim the crown? Tune in May 27th to witness dance history in the making.