On September 21 EST, the global girl group launching project 'A2K' ['America2Korea'] wrapped up with the selection of its 6 finalists - Camila [18, Montreal], Lexi [17, from Milwaukee], Savanna [17, Fort Lauderdale], Kendall [17, Fort Worth], KG [16, Los Angeles], and Kaylee [13, Philadelphia].
Since the end of the girl group survival project, these six finalists have been training in secret at JYP Entertainment headquarters in Seoul, South Korea. A joint girl group launched by JYP Entertainment and Republic Records, the girls have been given the team name VCHA [pronounced vit-chaa], which means to "point a light toward something" in Korean.
To announce their formation, VCHA have decided to release a pre-debut single, 'SeVit [NEW LIGHT]', alongside the finale of 'A2K'. The single's title track "Y. O. Universe" is an up-tempo pop track produced by J. Y. Park and Cirkut, capturing the journeys of the contestants of 'A2K' and delivering a message of self-love and self-confidence. The single additionally features "Go Getter" and "Know Me Like That", the two final round songs previously shown on 'A2K'.
You can get to know the six members of JYP Entertainment's first official American girl group, VCHA, by watching the full MV for "Y. O. Universe", above. The girls plan to make appearances on domestic music programs soon, performing "Y. O. Universe" for the first time live.
You can also check out VCHA's exclusive interview with 'Teen Vogue' in light of the finale of 'A2K', here.
2022 was a year where a lot of things happened in the K-Pop scene. From departure, disbandment and hiatus, many groups also made their debut, some being really successful, mainly among girl groups. If you are curious to learn about the groups which have made their debut in 2022, find out more below
39 New K-Pop Groups That Debuted In 2022KPOP STORIES Dec 13, 2022
Kpopmap has noticed that there are many groups confirmed to make their debut in 2023. Stay tuned to this article to find out who they are and when they will debut
1. tripleS
Modhaus
TripleS is a new group under MODHAUS that will establish the world's first fan-participating girl group. They are expected to be a 24-member group that combines NFTs with K-Pop. They will rotate members between the group and sub-units all based on fans' opinions. They have been said to debut in 2023. The TripleS sub-unit Acid Angel from Asia made its debut on Oct. 28, 2022, with the mini-album "Acid Angel from Asia. Access". Their second sub-unit +[KR]ystal Eyes will be the next debut followed by a 10-member sub-unit. The group made their debut on February 13
You can follow them on their SNS. Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube, Discord, Official Website
2. A. iRiD
A. iRiD Official
A. iRiD is a new group under ONO Entertainment. It is still unclear whether they will make their debut in December or next year, but they already released a pre-debut single, 'First Flight', on Sep. 1, 2022. A. iRiD stands for "iridescent", and their fandom name is Ariel
Regarding the members, Bell is the first Turkish-Azerbaijani idol, helping the group to gain popularity even before their debut from foreign fans. All four members were officially revealed as part of the lineup in July of this year
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, Facebook, TikTok
3. LIMELIGHT
LIMELIGHT Official
LIMELIGHT is a new group under 143 Entertainment. They released a pre-debut mini album on Sep. 29, 2022, and debuted on February 14
You can follow them on their SNS. Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok, Weibo
4. Kandis
KANDIS Official
Kandis is a new group under 60DGRS. Even though their debut date is still unknown, they released a pre-debut mixtape "Show Me Your Vibe" on March 14, 2022
You can already follow them on their SNS. X, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook
5. Bebez
Bebez Official
Bebez is a new group under BlockBerry Creative. Their debut date is still unknown, but they are really active on social media. The three members participated in the TV Show "Girls Planet 999"
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, TikTok
6. Inter Girls
Inter Girls' Official
Inter Girls is a new group under BD Entertainment and YOMA Entertainment. They made their American debut on October 21, 2021, but the date of their Korean debut is still unclear
You can already follow them on their SNS. YouTube, Blog, Instagram, YouTube
7. JXENM Girls
JXENM Girls Official
JXENM Girls is a new group under JXENM Entertainment. They're training in Korea and in the USA, and upload a lot of dance covers
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube
8. N-DAY
N-DAY Official
N-DAY is a new group under RJ Entertainment. The group underwent a lot of changes with its member lineup. The debut date is also still unclear
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube
9. ON AIR
ON AIR Official
ON AIR is a new group under JStar Entertainment. They should make their debut around February-March of next year and have begun to promote in Japan. Member Kimi participated in the TV Show "Produce 101" and made her solo debut on Aug. 25, 2017. Another member, SoHyeon also made her solo debut on Dec. 25, 2019
You can already follow them on their SNS. X
10. Witchers
Witchers Official
Witchers is a new group under Blooming Entertainment. Their debut date is still unknown, as it has been postponed due to COVID-19, health problems of the members, and internal circumstances of the company, according to a company's notice
11. WiTCHES
Witches Official
WiTCHES is a new group under IN Media. Their debut date is still unknown, but they plan to release a mini album. Their fandom name is Switch
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, X, YouTube
12. TRACER
TRACER Official
TRACER is a new group under Gleamedia. Their debut date is still unknown, as they were supposed to make it in April of this year. They are still active on their social media, but fans are waiting for an update
You can already follow them on their SNS. Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok
13. KELT9b
KELT9b Official
KELT9b [formerly called DMZA] is a new group under U S Media Group. They were supposed to make their debut in 2022 but no official date has been revealed yet
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, YouTube, X, TikTok
14. NextU
NextU Official
NextU is a new group under Shinwha Entertainment. They are currently in the process of adding more members, and their debut date is still unknown
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, YouTube
15. ON1 Rookies
ON1 Rookies Official
ON1 Rookies is a new group under ON1 Entertainment. Their name is temporary, and they might keep on adding more members. In addition, their debut date is still unclear
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, TikTok, Weibo, YouTube
16. PINKBLING
PINKBLING Official
PINKBLING is a new group under DY Entertainment. Previously, they were a dance cover group, and their debut date is still unknown
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Official Website
17. Seasoning
Seasoning Official
Seasoning is a new group under DANA Entertainment. They participated in the TV Show "Kookmin Singer", and their debut date is still unknown
18. WizarD
WizarD Official
WizarD is a new group under WD Entertainment. Their debut date is still unknown, so they're releasing covers in the mean time
You can already follow them on their SNS. X
19. TIM A
TIM A Official
TIM A is a new group under KD Entertainment. Their name is the abbreviation of "This Is Miracle'' and they're linked with the group TIM B under the same company. Their debut date is still unknown
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, YouTube
20. TIM B
TIM B Official
TIM B is a new group under KD Entertainment. Their name is the abbreviation of "This Is Miracle'' and they're linked with the group TIM A, under the same company. They recently appeared in the MV 'Long Live The King' by the K-Pop group KINGDOM. Their debut date is still unknown
you can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, YouTube
21. Clear. I
Clear. I Official
Clear. I is an independent group. Their debut date is still unknown but they recently started to unveil individual pictures of the members
You can already follow them on their SNS. X, Instagram, TikTok
22. Free In Sass
Free In Sass Official
Free In Sass is a new group under AMX Entertainment. They recently started to unveil teaser photos, but their debut date is still unclear. In the mean time, they're releasing covers on their social media
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, X, TikTok
23. GLX
GLX Official
GLX is a new global group under Shinwha Entertainment. Their debut date is still unknown, but as almost every member is part of a dance crew, the anticipation for their debut is already present. The group's slogan is "we will go beyond the state, religion, ideology, and politics. New K-Pop super girl group"
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram
24. Trainee A
Trainee A Official
Trainee A [temporary name] is a new group under Big Hit Music. They were set to debut in 2022 but their debut was postponed to an unknown date
Read more detailed information about Trainee A here and the members James, JayJay, and Yorch in these articles
NOTE. BIGHIT MUSIC announced on December 16, 2022 that Trainee A's social media accounts will be deleted on December 23, 2022. Yorch later confirms that the Trainee A has disbanded
25. THE7
SEVEN STARS Official
THE7 is a new group under Ganada Entertainment. The Thai members of the group were selected through a survival show. The group debuted on January 29, 2023
You can follow them on their SNS. Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube
26. XODIAC
OCJ Newbies Official
XODIAC is a new group under the Chinese company One Cool Jasco. The group has debuted in Korea last April 25. They are set to debut in China as well, even though they declared their debut date would be in the second half of 2022
You can already follow them on their SNS. X, Instagram, YouTube
27. ALLART BOYZ
ALLART BOYZ Official
ALLART BOYZ is a new group under ALLART Entertainment. Their debut date is still unclear
You can already follow them on their SNS. X, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok
28. AMBITION
AMBITION Official
AMBITION is a new group under ShowBox Entertainment. Members Kyle is a former contestant on the TV Show "Produce 101" [season 2], and Ryu used to work as CLC's choreographer. TaeHo was also the leader of the group F. ABLE until his departure, a few months after his debut. Their debut date is still unclear, but they started their pre-debut promotion in Japan
You can already follow them on their SNS. X
29. BXB
BXB Official
BXB is a 5-member boy group that has debuted on January 30 under Wolfburn. They started to release pre-debut songs since June 2022
You can follow them on their SNS. X, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Fan Cafe
30. THE BIGDIPPER
THE BIGDIPPER Official
THE BIGDIPPER is a new group under A+ Entertainment. They were formerly known as A+ Boys, and their debut date is still unknown. However, they released a pre-debut album, "Shining Star", on Oc. 27, 2022. Their fandom's name is Gomie
You can already follow them on their SNS. X, TikTok, Fan Cafe, Instagram, YouTube
31. 8TURN
8TURN Official
8TURN is a new group under MNH Entertainment. They are debuted on January 30, 2023 with their 1st mini album "8TURNRISE"
You can follow them on their SNS for updates. Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook
32. Daydream
Daydream Official
Daydream is a new group under PIA Entertainment. They released a pre-debut single, 'Sweet Dreams', on Sep. 27, 2022, and more recently 'Step to the Rythm' on Oct. 12, 2022, but their debut date is unknown
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, YouTube
33. Dignity
Dignity Official
DIGNITY is a new group under PCS Entertainment. One of the members, Luo, was a former member of the group MASC. Their debut date is unknown but they released a pre-debut single, 'RAMBO'
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, X, X [Members], YouTube, TikTok, Fan Cafe
34. HAWW
HAWW Official
HAWW is a new group under Biscuit Entertainment. Their name stands for "Heall All the World Wide", and they debuted Febuary 23. JeongGeun is the younger brother of former ASTRO's Rocky. Read about their relationship here
You can already follow them on their SNS. Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube
35. MAXIMUM
MAXIMUM Official
MAXIMUM is a pre-debut group. Member WanShin was part of the group CICI under the name Won. Their date is still unknow but their fandom name is Minimum
You can already follow them on their SNS. X, Instagram, YouTube
36. M. I. C
M. I. C Official
M. I. C is a new group under CJeS Entertainment. One of the members, InHong was a contestant on the TV Show "YG TREASURE BOX" alongside JinBeom. Their debut date is still unknown
Their debut date is still unknown but you can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, TikTok, X
37. n. SSign
n. SSign Official
n. SSign is a new group formed through the survival show "Stars Awakening". They are set to be active for two years but their debut date is still unknown
You can already follow them on their SNS. Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube
38. Black A
Black A Official
Black A is a new group under KD Entertainment. The members aren't officially revealed yet, as is their debut date, but they started to publish covers on their YouTube channel and they might add more members before their debut
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, YouTube
39. DREAMER
DREAMER Official
DREAMER is a new group under THINK ABOUT Entertainment. Their official colors are lemon chrome, cockatoo, and ocean cavern, but their debut date is still unknown
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube
40. East Shine
East Shine Official
East Shine is a new group under TM Entertainment. Their debut date is still unknown
You can already follow them on their SNS. Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube
41. Daily Note
s Daily Note Official
Daily Note is a new group under EDEN Entertainment. Their debut date is still unknown
You can already follow them on their SNS. TikTok, YouTube
42. JYPE LOUD
JYPE LOUD Official
JYPE LOUD is a pre-debut group under JYP Entertainment. The group was formed through the SBS audition program, "LOUD". The exact debut date for the group is yet to be announced. Read more about the JYP Loud boy group here
You may follow them on their official social channel. X
43. xikers
KQ Entertainment
KQ Fellaz is a pre-debut group signed under KQ Entertainment. The agency announced the members of their pre-debut group last August 2022. They are said to be scheduled to debut on the first half of 2023
Update. xikers debuted on March 30. Find out what we know about xikers so far in this article. Read all about their debut showcase that Kpopmap had the pleasure of attending here
Check out their activities through their social media accounts here. TikTok, X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
44. BABY MONSTER
BABY MONSTER Official
BABY MONSTER is a new girl group under YG Entertainment. The agency announced the new girl group last year, on December 30. Check out this article to know more about BABY MONSTER
Check out the updates about BABY MONSTER through their social media accounts. YouTube, Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok
Update. The group is debuting on November, with no exact date announced yet
45. NCT Hollywood [Tentative Name]
NCT Official
SM Entertainment announced its plans to debut an American localization team for NCT. The members will be selected from an American audition program that is being produced by the agency with the American film production company, MGM. They are scheduled to debut in 2024 and will be active in the US
46. NCT Tokyo
SM Entertainment
Another sub-unit of NCT that SM Entertainment is preparing is NCT Tokyo. The said unit will be based in Japan. Among the speculated members are, of course, the current Japanese member of NCT. Yuta. They are expected to debut on the 1st half of 2023
47. RIIZE
RIIZE Official
SM Entertainment is said to debut a whole new boy group in 2023. The group is said to be debuting on the 2nd half of 2023. The speculated members are the new male SM ROOKIES
Update. SM Entertainment announced that they will be debuting RIIZE on September 4, 2023. They boy group will be debuting with 7 members, including former NCT members Shotaro and SungChan.
Check out their updates on their official social accounts. Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok
48. LUN8
LUN8 Official
Fantagio has announced that they aiming to debut their new group, LUN8, on the first half of this year. The label has revealed 8 trainees who will be debuting. Ian, JunWoo, Takuma, JinSu, EunSeop, Chael, Ji EunHo, and DoHyun
You can check more updates about LUN8 through their social media channels. Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok
Update. The group is debuting on June 15. Check out this article for 3 things we know about LUN8 so far, including who their members are
49. ZEROBASEONE
ZEROBASEONE Official
Mnet is forming a boy group through "Boys Planet", the boy group version of the "Girl's Planet 999". The survival idol program will be broadcasting its first episode on February 23. However, the boy group formed after the program yet to be confirmed to be debuting in the same year
Check out which "BOYS PLANET" contestants are fan-favorites and VOTE for your favorite in this article
Update. The winners of "Boys Planet" were already announced and they will be debuting as "ZEROBASEONE" [or ZB1] on July 10. Check out the information we have so far about the members of ZEROBASEONE here. You may alo check out their social media channels for updates. Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube
50. "R U Next?" Girl Group
I'LL IT Official
Another idol survival program that is being anticipated is "R U Next?", in which a girl group is expected to be form. "R U Next?" is idol survival program hosted by JTBC and HYBE in collaboration. The group to be formed through this program will BE. LIFT LAB's first girl group. "R U Next?" is currently ongoing, with the program expected to wrap up on September 1
Update. The final debuting trainees are already announced, and they will be debuting as "I'LL IT". The exact date of their debut is yet to be disclosed
51. FE. VERSE
"GIRLS RE. VERSE" Official
"GIRL'S RE. VERSE" is a idol survival show that aims to create a virtual girl group of 5 members. The survival program has 30 participants who dream to debut in a new world of virtual reality. The participants' names and identities are hidden, which is a fresh concept offered by the survival show. The debut date of the girl group to be formed after the show is not yet confirmed
Update. The "GIRLS RE. VERSE" final debut group has been announced and so has their group name. Their group name will be FE. VERSE and you can read about which idols make up the group in this article
52. FANTASY BOYS
FANTASY BOYS Official
"Fantasy Boys" or "My Teenage Boys" is an idol survival program to be launched by MBC. This program is the male version of the previous idol survival program "My Teenage Girls". The program is scheduled to start airing on February 2023. Unlike the group formed in the previous season, the final debut group is likely to work as a short-term project group. The group formed after the program wraps up not yet confirmed to debut within the same year
You can read more about one of the most highly anticipated "Fantasy Boys" trainees Kim GyuRae in this article
Update. The final debuting group from "Fantasy Boys" have been announced and the group will be called FANTASY BOYS. The debut date is not yet revealed but they are scheduled to debut within the year. Check out more information about FANTASY BOYS here
Don't miss out updates about FANTASY BOYS by following them on social media. Instagram, X, X [Members], YouTube
53. "The Debut. Dream Academy"
"The Debut. Dream Academy" Official
HYBE and Geffen Records are collaborating in launching the first-ever HYBE X Geffen Global Girl Group Audition, which aims to create their first US-based girl group. The exact date of debut of the girl group formed through the program is yet to be announced
54. BOYNEXTDOOR
BOYNEXTDOOR Official
KOZ Entertainment is also scheduled to debut a boy group in 2023. The agency has been said to be preparing for the debut of a boy group since the previous year, and it even held an audition program to find the perfect rapper for the said boy group. The boy group is slated to debut in the 1st quarter of 2023
Update. KOZ Entertainment has announced that their new boy group "BOYNEXTDOOR" is debuting on May 30, 2023. The revealed debuting members are SungHo, LeeHan, WoonHak, JaeHyun, TaeSan, and RiWoo.
Follow their social media accounts for updates. X, X [Members], Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok
55. PLEDIS Boy Group
PLEDIS Entertainment
Another subsidiary under HYBE, PLEDIS Entertainment, is scheduled to debut a boy group in 2023. It is rumored that PLEDIS' trainee, Daniel, who participated in "I-LAND" will be part of the debuting members of this group
56. MAVE
MAVE Official
MAVE is a virtual girl group debuting under METAVERSE Entertainment and is produced together with Kakao Entertainment. The girl group is debuted on January 25
Follow MAVE's activities and updates through their social media channels. Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube
57. HANA
HANA Official
HANA is an 8-member girl group under Artcompany SOUL. They debuted on January 8
Check out their activities through their social media channels. X and Instagram
58. SWING Entertainment x nCH Entertainment New Group
SWING Entertainment / nCH Entertainment
SWING Entertainment and nCH Entertainment is said to be in collaboration of a new group. The new group is said to be debuting in 2023, but no other further information was revealed
59. BIGHIT MUSIC Boy Group
BIGHIT MUSIC
BIGHIT was also reported to be debuting a new boy group in 2023. There is yet to be an announcement of the lineup of debuting members
60. VCHA
A2K Official
JYP Entertainment, Republic Records, and Federal Films team up for the competition series "A2K", which aims to form the next global girl group. The auditions were held last year in September in 5 cities in the US [Atlanta, Chicago, New York, Dallas, and LA]. The semi-finalists of the competition will be flown to Korea for an intensive training
Update. The final debuting trainees are selected and will be debuting with the name VCHA. Their debut date is yet to be announced
Check out their activities through their socials. YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Facebook
61. PROJECT C
PROJECT C Official
PROJECT C is another group scheduled to debut under JYP Entertainment and Fanling Culture, the Chinese division of the agency. The pre-debut group is consisted of 5 trainees, but it is reported that group will be debuting with 6 members, and is rumored to be debuting in the 1st half of 2023. The group is expected to be active in China. Check out their activities through the social media accounts. Weibo and bilibili
62. Nizi Project Season 2 Boy Group
"Nizi Project" Official
JYP Entertainment once again partnered with Sony Music to debut a boy group who will be active in Japan through the Japanese audition show "Nizi Project Season 2". The global auditions were held in 2021, and finally, the group is scheduled to be debut in the 2nd half of 2023
63. Evermore Muse
Evermore Muse Official
Evermore Muse is a Evermore Entertainment's pre-debut team. The members include Jo YiYeon [Participant in survival program "Youth Star"], Lee SunWoo [Participant in "Girls Planet 999"], and Nam YuJu [Another participant in survival program "Youth Star"]. The girl group was supposed to debut in 2021 but since they didn't debut then, fans suspect that they will finally be debuting in 2023. Check out their updates through their Instagram account
64. Hi-Hat Entertainment Group
Hi-Hat Entertainment
Hi-Hat Entertainment is also reported to be debuting a group in 2023. It has not been revealed whether the debuting group will be a girl, a boy or a co-ed group. The agency is said to be holding an audition on April
65. ADYA
ADYA Official
starting House mate is a pre-debut girl group under the starting House Entertainment. The agency announced that they will be debuting a girl group on 2022 but as they haven't made the debut, fans are expecting that 2023 will be their debuting year
Update. ADYA debuted under starting House Entertainment on May 9, 2023. The debut group is composed of 5 members. YeonSu, SeoWon, SeNa, ChaeEun, and SeungChae.
Check out the social media accounts of ADYA to be updated about their activities. Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok
66. PRIMROSE
PRIMROSE Official
The duo debuted on January 13 under A. O Entertainment. Check out their activities and updated through their social accounts. YouTube, Instagram, X, Facebook
67. KISS OF LIFE
KISS OF LIFE Official
S2 Entertainment is reported to be debuting a girl group of 5 members, and it is rumored that former JYP trainee and "SIXTEEN" contestant Natty, Julie Han [Former YG & Swing trainee], and Belle [who composed [G]I-DLE MiYeon's tracks 'Softly' & 'Charging'; she also was behind the female vocals for NCT Mark's Child] will be part of their lineup. There are no annoucement of the exact date of their debut
Update. KISS OF LIFE has debuted in July 5 with 4 members, including the 3 mentioned trainees above, and HaNeul
Keep up with their updates through their socials. Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, YouTube
68. MOONCHILD
MOONCHILD Official
A girl group produced by CDL Entertainment, and co-produced by HYBE Labels Japan is scheduled to debut in 2023. The group was formed from the idol survival program "iCON Z ~Dreams For Children~". Check out the activities and updates of the group through their socials. Instagram - TikTok - X - YouTube
Update. The girl group from audition program "iCON Z ~Dreams For Children~" will be debuting as MOONCHILD, with 5 members - Ruan, Uwa, Anri, Hana, and Mirano. They are scheduled to debut on May 5
69. MZMC Speculated Girl Group
MZMC Trainee Official
MZMC is believed to be debuting a girl group after he posted a picture of 7 girl trainees on his trainee page. As of the moment, more information about these trainees and their debut date is yet to be revealed. Check out updates by MZMC Trainees here
70. Brave Entertainment Girl Group
Brave Entertainment
Brave Entertainment is said to be launching a new girl group since 2022. However, details such the number of its members and the exact date of the debut is yet to be revealed
71. Young Posses [Speculated Name]
BEATS Entertainment
BEATS Entertainment is also expected to be debuting a girl group after the management agency accepted applications to audition in 2021. Further information is yet to be revealed by the agency
Are there any other K-Pop groups that will debut in 2022 that you know of? Let us know in the comments
72. THEBLACKLABEL [Speculated]
THEBLACKLABEL
THEBLACKLABEL opened auditions for their first girl group in 2022, which is why K-Pop enthusiasts are speculating that the label will be debuting their girl group this year. Details about the debut date and others are yet to be revealed
73. IOK Boy Group
IOK Company
IOK Company is also said to be preparing to debut a boy group since 2021 but has not yet debuted any group since, so fans are expecting the management company to be debuting the group this year. No further information about the group is revealed at the moment
74. 82MAJOR
82MAJOR
RARE HOUSE is a group of trainees signed under Great M Entertainment
Update. 82MAJOR debuted on October 10 with 6 members
Check out their social media accounts here. Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube
75. New Beat
New Beat Official
New Beat is a trainee boy group under Beat Interactive. The agency has yet to reveal the current members of the trainee group. Check their updates through their Instagram account
76. GGA Girl Group
GGA
GGA also held auditions last year for the girl group they are planning to launch on the 2nd half of 2023. It was said that the girl group will have around 5 to 7 members
77. Catch The Young [Speculated]
Catch The Young Official
Catch The Young [formerly know as Evermore The Young] is a trainee boy band under Evermore Entertainment. The currently members of the band are NamHyun, KiHoon, and SaNi. The group was expected to debut in 2022 but sincethey haven't debuted yet, fans are speculating that the band will be debuting in 2023. Check out the band's updates here - Facebook, Instagram, X
78. X. IN
X;IN Official
X. IN is a 5-member girl group under ESCROW Entertainment. The girl group has made their debut on April 11, and the debut members are RoA, Chi. U, E. sha, Nova, and Aria. You can check out the girl group's updates through their social media channels - Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok
Learn more about Aria, the Indian member of the group here
79. ChoCo
ChoCo Official
ChoCo Entertainment has announced that they will be debuting a K-Pop group which will usher in the 5th Generation of K-Pop. The pre-debut group is called "ChoCo" and the current members are Jake, Anpan, TJ and Sean. ChoCo's debut is highly anticipated especially as Francis Kim, who worked with big names in K-Pop such as NCT DREAM, TWICE, EXO’s Chen and BaekHyun, and BIBI, was reported have officially joined the production team of ChoCo
Keep up with the updates about "ChoCo" through their social media channels. YouTube, Instagram, ChoCo Website
Read more about how ChoPD [1st Generation Hip-Hop Icon who discovered the genius behind artists like PSY and ZICO] is preparing to debut ChoCo here, and his production plans for the group here
You can learn about who the ChoCo members Jake and Anpan more here
5 Things You Need To Know About ChoCo's Jake, The All-Rounder That's Destined To Steal Your HeartChoCo May 9, 2023
5 Things You Need To Know About ChoCo's Anpan, The Newest Thai K-Pop Idol Set To DebutChoCo May 9, 2023
Watch them, as well as the other members of ChoCo in their reality show "ChoCo In Hollywood. "
80. HORI7ON
HORI7ON Official
HORI7ON is a 7-member boy group debuting under MLD Entertainment. The group was formed through the survival program " Dream Maker," which was broadcast on Philippine television in 2022. The boys debuted in the Philippines on March 22, and are scheduled to debut in Korea in July 24, 2023.
You can check the group's updates on their social media channels. YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook,X, Members' X
81. The Wind
The Wind Official
The Wind is a boy group with 7 members, signed under With US Entertainment [a subsidiary of Around Us Entertainment]. The group debuted on May 15
Don't miss their updates by checking them on social media. YouTube, Instagram, X, TikTok
82. CMDM
CMDM Official
CMDM is a new boy group under Command The-M Entertainment. The boys debuted on April 27
Check their updates here. X, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok
83. ARTMS
ARTMS Official
Members of LOONA, Choerry, HeeJin, JinSoul, and Kim Lip, who signed with MODHAUS, are said to be promoting through an upcoming girl group project called "ARTMS. " The exact date of debut of the girl group project is yet to be revealed
Check out the updates of ARTMS here. Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok
84. Biscuit Girls
Biscuit Entertainment
Aside from their boygroup HAWW, Biscuit Entertainment is also getting ready to debut a girl group. The debuting members are yet to be finalized, and there is also no debut date confirmed at the moment
Check out Biscuit Entertainment's social media accounts for updates. X, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube
85. Blossom
Blossom's 'Focus' Teaser Screenshot
Rainbow E&M is expected to debut Blossom, one of the teams that participated in "Future Idol," an idol development project by company. They are scheduled to debut on July 21, 2023, with their first single 'Focus'
The group is yet to have social media accounts, so you may check "Future Idol" accounts for updates. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
86. B-OURS
B-OURS Official
B-OURS is a girl group set to debut under Wannabe Entertainment. The debut date for the girls is yet to be confirmed
Keep up with their updates through their social media accounts. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
87. MEPC
MEPC Official
GBK Entertainment is also gearing for a debut of a girl group this year. The debuting members are yet to be confirmed, as well as their exact debuting date
Check out their updates through their socials. Instagram, X, YouTube
88. IB147
IB147 Official
IB147 is a pre-debut boy group under HnA Entertainment. While the group made a pre-release with their single 'Over Shock', their actual debut date is yet to be revealed
Check out their updates here. X, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok
89. VI’ENX
VI'ENX Official
VI'ENX is a pre-debut boy group under Nature Space Entertainment. The group released a pre-debut album "On my way," which was released on April. The official debut date of the boy group is unknown
Check out VI'ENX's socials here. X, Instagram, TikTok
90. Chrome Entertainment Trainees
Chrome Entertainment Official
Chrome Entertainment is also reported to be preparing for the debut of a girl group. However, the debut date is not yet set
Check Chrome Entertainment's social media accounts for updates. Instagram, YouTube
91. R3PLAY
R3PLAY Official
R3PLAY is an girl group expected to debut under AMP Media. The group was used to be called "WeGirls4U," until they changed their name on their social media account. The debut date of the girl group is not yet confirmed
Check out their social media accounts here. Instagram, TikTok
92. LEGEND Entertainment Trainees
LEGEND Entertainment Official
LEGEND Entertainment previously announced that they were holding auditions for a 5-member girl group that is expected to debut on the first half of 2023. However, the debut didn't take place in the first half of 2023, and the agency once again posted that they are holding auditions for a global girl group last April. The exact debut date of the LEGEND Entertainment global girl group is still unknown
Check out LEGEND Entertainment's Instagram for more updates
93. SMNGG [SM New Girl Group]
SM Entertainment
Aside from SM's plans to debut a new NCT unit and another boy group, the company was also said to be preparing to debut a girl group this year. It is said that the new girl group is expected to have 8 members. The new girl group will be SM's first girl group after aespa's debut in 2020
Check out SM Entetainment's social channels for more updates. Instagram, YouTube, X, Facebook
94. D-ONE
D-ONE Official
D-ONE is a group under Mainbase Entertainment. The group has debuted and has been promoting in Japan from November 26, 2022. The group's debut date in Korea is yet to be announced
Check out their activities here. Instagram, YouTube, X, TikTok
95. Grid Entertainment Boy Group
GRID Entertainment Official
GRID Entertainment is reported to debuting a boy group in the latter half of 2023. Former Trainee A's Yorch Yongsin was announced to have joined the agency, and is said to be part of the debuting boy group
Check out updates about the GRID Entertainment boy group through their Instagram account
96. SuperEight
Super Eight Official
CTD E&M is reported to be launching a project called "SuperEight," which is set to for a new boy group that they are aiming to debut in the latter half of 2023
Check out updates about SuperEight through their socials. Instagram, X
97. LeanBranding Girl Group
LeanBranding Official
LeanBranding is holding auditions across Korea to form a new girl group. It was also reported that Shinhwa's MinWoo, who recently has signed with the company, will be the new girl group's producer
Check more updates about LeanBranding's new girl group by following their account
98. EVNNE
EVNNE Official
After their participation in the idol survival program "Boys Planet," the WAKEONE trainees are speculated to be debuting in 2023 as well. There are no official announcements as to whether the 4 trainees will be joined by more trainees
Update. "Boys Planet" trainees Keita, Park HanBin, Lee JeongHyeon, Yoo SeungEon, Ji YunSeo, Mun JungHyun, and Park JiHoo are announced to be debuting as part of the boy group EVNNE. The group's activities will be managed by Jellyfish Entertainment. The group debuted on September 19
To keep up with their updates, check out the trainees' official social media channels. X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube
99. PLAVE
PLAVE Official
PLAVE is a virtual boy group consisted of 5 members. They made their debut under VLAST on March 12, 2023
Check out their activities through their socials. X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook
100. SEVENUS
SEVENUS Official
Former MASC members HeeJae and Ireah redebuted as SEVENUS under PCS Entertainment on July 31
Check out their updates through their socials. X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
101. JANUARY
JANUARY Official
JANUARY is a 4-member girl group scheduled to debut on August 2023. The exact date of their debut has yet to be revealed
Keep up with their updates by checking their social media channels. X, Instagram
102. E. LFIN
E. LFIN Official
E. LFIN is currently a 3-member girl group who debuted with their first single album “LOVE. ON” on July 18. Auditions are still being held for additional members that will be added into the group later on
Check out their updates here. Instagram, YouTube
103. TMC
TMC Official
TMC is a pre-debut duo rumored to debut in 2023. They released a pre-debut digital single 'Color' in June but there are still no announcements as to when they will be officially debuting
Follow their official social media channels. Instagram, X
104. BABYS
BABYS Official
BABYS is a 3-member girl group who debuted on June 20 with their first single album "Unlock It. "
Check out their activities here. Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube
105. Two Sisters
JG STAR Entertainment
Two Sisters is a trot duo who debuted under JG STAR Entertainment on June 19, with their single 'Love's Macchiato'
Check out the official pages of JG STAR Entertainment for their updates. Instagram, X, YouTube, Facebook
106. Bunny. T
Bunny. T Official
Bunny. T is a 4-member girl group who debuted on June 19 under W2 Company. They made their debut with their single album "BODY SHAKE. "
Check out their updates here. Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok
107. [M]IRROR
[M]IRROR Official
[M]IRROR is a 5-member boy group who has debuted on May 12 under ConH Entertainment, with their 1st single album "White Moon. "
Check out their activities through their socials. Instagram, X
108. ikling
ikling Official
ikling is a 4-member independent project girl group made up of non-trainees who are trying to become an idol. The group debuted under Dahaum Entertainment on April 28 with their first single 'Stargram'
The girl group currently has no official social media channels
109. WE. A
WE. A Official
WE. A is 4-member boy group consisting of former members of the boy group Bigflo. The group redebuted on March 29 with their single album "24/7. TWENTY-FOUR/SEVEN. "
Check out their updates here. X, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok
110. Delight
Future Idol Official
Delight, one of the teams that participated in "Future Idol," an idol development project by Rainbow E&M, debuted on March 31 with their single 'Neverland'
The group is yet to have social media accounts, so you may check "Future Idol" accounts for updates. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
111. JUJU SECRET
JUJU SECRET Official
JUJU SECRET is a project girl duo formed through the show "Hangout With Yoo. " The 2 members are actress Park JinJoo and Lee MiJoo
The girl duo doesn't have official social media channels
112. RuViChe
RuViChe Official
RuViChe is a 4-member trot girl group who debuted on March 23 under S-Media Solution with their single 'Minsu of Delivery'
Check out their activities through their Instagram account
113. QI. X
QI. X Official
QI. X is a 4-member group made up of queer members. They made their debut under the independent label Sweet Potato Productions on March 22, through their single 'Lights Up'
Follow their official social media channels. YouTube, TikTok, X, Instagram
114. LA FLOR
IBMUSIC Ulsan Instagram
LA FLOR is a 5-member girl group formed by the Ulsan Ivy Broadcasting Arts Academy. The group previously debuted in 2022 under the name Luminous but has redebuted in March 13 of this year through their single 'ROTATION'
You may check their updates through the the IBMUSIC Ulsan Instagram and YouTube channel
115. A-Plus
A-Plus Official
A-Plus is a girl group made up of Howon University students are majoring in the K-Pop department. They debuted on March 1 with their single 'Candle Light'
Check out their activities through their official Instagram account
116. Ascension
Future Idol Official
Ascension, one of the teams that participated in "Future Idol," an idol development project by Rainbow E&M, debuted on February 24 with their single 'Like A Star'
The group is yet to have social media accounts, so you may check "Future Idol" accounts for updates. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
117. Clair
Future Idol Official
Clair is another girl group from "Future Idol" who debuted on February 10 with their single 'Dubi dubi dum dum'
The group is yet to have social media accounts, so you may check "Future Idol" accounts for updates. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
118. Cherish
Future Idol Official
Another group from "Future Idol," Cherish is a girl group that debuted under Rainbow E&M on January 12 through their single 'Bloom'
The group is yet to have social media accounts, so you may check "Future Idol" accounts for updates. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
119. ONEST
Dongah Institute of Media and Arts Official
ONEST is a 9-member girl group created by Dongah Institute of Media and Arts' K-Pop department. The girl group's official debut date is yet to be announced
Check out their activities through Dongah Institute of Media and Arts' official Instagram account
120. EL7Z UP
EL7Z UP Official
EL7Z UP is the 7-member project girl group formed from the idol survival program "Queedom Puzzle. " The girls are scheduled to make their official debut as a new group on September, but the exact date is yet to be announced
To follow the updates of EL7Z UP, follow them on their social media accounts. X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
121. TIOT
TIOT Official
TIOT is a 4-member pre-debut unit under Redstart ENM. The members Kim MinSeoung, Kum JunHyeon, Hong KeonHee, and Choi WooJin were previously participants in the idol survival program "Boys Planet. "
To follow the updates of TIOT, follow them on their social media accounts. X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok
122. Loossemble
Loossemble Official
Loossemble is a new 5-member girl group made of 5 LOONA members HyunJin, YeonJin, ViVi, Go Won, and HyeJu. They are debuting on September 15
To follow their activities, check out their social media channels. X, Instagram, YouTube
123. TOZ
TOZ Official
TOZ is a 4-member boy group debuting on September 27 under YY Entertainment. The members Anthonny, Hart [Haruto], Takuto, and Yuto are all previous participants of the idol survival program "Boys Planet. "
Check out the group's updates on the social media channels. X, Instagram
124. FNC Boy Group
FNC Entertainment
FNC Entertainment announced that they are preparing to debut a new boy group. It is reported that the group will be debuting with 7 members. The debut date of the new group is not yet announced
The new boy group does not have social media accounts yet
125. ONE PACT
Ganada Entertainment
ONE PACT is another boy group set to debut under Ganada Entertainment for the 2nd half of 2023. The group is made up of Boys Planet trainees JongWoo, SeongMin, and YeDam, and former Ciipher member TAG.
Check out the group's updates on the social media channels. X, Instagram
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BTS on X, NiziU on X, XG on X, n. SSign on X
From September 26th to October 11th, renowned idol fandom app "IDOL CHAMP" collaborated with Japan's top Hallyu media outlet "Kstyle" to hold the "K-STAR Most Valuable Artist [MVA]" voting event. This is a Korea-Japan joint project and the first of its kind, aimed to determine and reward K-Pop artists with the greatest brand power who have captivated fans worldwide and are shining the brightest. The results for the "K-STAR MVA" vote in 4 categories - "BEST ARTIST [Men]", "BEST ARTIST [Women]", "NEXT STAR [Men]", and "NEXT STAR [Women]", were officially announced on October 13
For those who might not know, IDOL CHAMP is an app created by TNK Factory and MBCPLUS. Its primary goal is to empower global fans by providing them with a platform to actively support and promote their beloved K-Pop artists, directly contributing to their rise in popularity. IDOL CHAMP is also known for its participatory and interactive features that allow users to engage with and support their favorite idols through activities like pre-voting for “Show Champion” and other events on MBCPLUS, fandom advertisements, broadcasting video content, quizzes, and more. Since its inception, the app has received widespread love and support from the vibrant and passionate K-Pop idol fandom community
The "K-STAR MVA" vote marks a significant collaboration between South Korea and Japan as it was organized jointly by IDOL CHAMP, NEOWIZ's Japanese subsidiary GameOn and "Kstyle". Voting was held on the IDOL CHAMP app, and winners were determined through 100% in-app fan voting. Rewards for winners include special trophies and exclusive interviews or feature articles on "Kstyle"
Are you curious to know who the winners are? Check out the final winners of the "K-STAR MVA" below
BEST ARTIST [Men]
Jin's Instagram
1st Place. BTS' Jin - 42. 54%
BTS' eldest member and stellar solo artist, Jin, continues to prove his lasting popularity and impact, ranking 1st in the "BEST ARTIST [Men]" category with 42. 54% of the total votes cast
2nd Place. BTS' V - 35. 44%
3rd Place. MONSTA X - 4. 32%
BEST ARTIST [Women]
JYP Entertainment
1st Place. NiziU - 46. 70%
JYP Entertainment's Japanese girl group NiziU is enjoying incredible popularity among global fans. They received 46. 70% of the total votes cast in the "BEST ARTIST [Women]" category, ranking 1st
2nd Place. Billlie - 25. 64%
3rd Place. DREAMCATCHER - 8. 98%
NEXT STAR [Men]
n. SSign on X
1st Place. n. SSign - 34. 53%
n. SSign came into the music scene like a breath of fresh air and stole hearts worldwide. They received 34. 53% of the total votes cast in the "NEXT STAR [Men]" category, ranking 1st
2nd Place. HORI7ON - 28. 07%
3rd Place. XODIAC - 22. 72%
NEXT STAR [Women]
XG on X
1st Place. XG - 38. 43%
A phenomenon in their own right, XG has received much love from global fans in their career. 38. 43% of the total votes cast in the "NEXT STAR [Women]" category were for XG, ranking them 1st
2nd Place. Lapillus - 27. 44%
3rd Place. EL7Z UP - 19. 55%
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NiziU
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XG
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XODIAC
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WAKEONE / BigHit
Brace yourselves K-Pop fans, as the upcoming month of November is sure to be filled with more exciting debuts and comebacks from some of the most popular and trending K-Pop groups on the scene. Check out the November 2023 K-Pop Comeback/Debut Schedule
In this post, you can see the artists’ debut, comeback, K-Drama OST, special Music Video release schedule, album teaser, and Music video all in one place
Which comeback and debut will have you waiting in anticipation?
Let's find out who's making a comeback this November and what songs they're coming back with at a glance
You can check the list below
November 2023 K-Pop Comeback/Debut Schedule
Nov. 1
- Weeekly
5th Mini Album
Nov. 2
- VIVIZ
4th Mini Album "VERSUS"
Nov. 3
- JungKook [BTS]
1st Full Album "GOLDEN"
Nov. 6
- ZEROBASEONE
2nd Mini Album
Nov. 8
- KISS OF LIFE
2nd Mini Album "Born to be XX"
Nov. 10
- B. I
"Love or Loved Part. 2"
- Stray Kids
"樂-STAR"
- aespa
4th Mini Album "Drama"
Nov. 15
- &TEAM
1st Full Album "First Howling. NOW"
Nov. 22
- Kep1er
Japan 3rd Single 'FLY-HIGH'
To Be Announced
ENHYPEN
Golden Child
Red Velvet [3rd Full Album]
&TEAM [1st Full Album]
Did you finish checking the November K-Pop Comeback/Debut Schedule ? If you are curious about Kpopmap's October 2023 comeback & debut schedule, you can check it out at the link below.
[Update] October 2023 K-Pop Comeback/Debut ScheduleCOMEBACK & DEBUT Sep 8, 2023
&TEAM
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B. I
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BTS
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JungKook
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ENHYPEN
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Golden Child
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KISS OF LIFE
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Red Velvet
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Stray Kids
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Weeekly
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ZEROBASEONE
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"Boys Planet" Official / "Fantasy Boys" Official
The K-Pop industry is producing more and more groups, and the competition only gets harder every day. Between hundreds of talented people, it is often hard to judge and choose who is the best to form the next K-Pop group. That is why survival shows were created. Those days, survival shows even include the participation of Global fans to vote for their favorite member. In survival, everyone gets a chance to shine, and even if not all participants debut right away, it is always a great way to gain some fans and hope to be spotted by an agency, for individual trainees
In 2023, numerous survival shows will be aired once again. We are curious to know what talents are going to blossom through those shows, and which groups are going to result from them. So here is a list of all survival shows coming up in 2023. The list will be updated as more shows will be announced, so stay tuned
Note. Survivals that started before the beginning of 2023 aren't listed here
1. "Boys Planet" [February 4 - April 20]
Mnet
Update. The winners of "Boys Planet" will be debuting as "ZEROBASEONE" [or ZB1]. Check out the information we have so far about the members of ZEROBASEONE here
Mnet's survival show "Boys Planet" is the male version of "Girls Planet 999". The show counted 98 participants, but 3 of them left the show before its airing, leaving the show with a total of 95 participants. You can already take a look at their introduction performance 'Here I am'
2. "Fantasy Boys" Season 2 [March 30 - June 15]
MBC
Update. The final members of the debuting group from "Fantasy Boys" were already announced. The group will be debut as "FANTASY BOYS" this year. Learn more about the debuting members here
The survival show "Fantasy Boys" is coming back for a second season after its female version "My Teenage Girl", from which the group CLASS. y resulted. You can check out more about the show here, and read all about the trainees that participated in the show here
3. "Peak Time" [February 15 - April 19]
JTBC
Update. The boy group "VANNER" came out as the winner of the survival program
"Peak Time" is a brand new survival show this year. The specificity of this survival is that all its participants will be idols who already debuted and have experience, and there were no trainees part of the program. The survival held its audition last summer and the program was broadcasted on JTBC
4. "GIRL'S RE. VERSE" [January 1 - March 6]
GIRL'S RE. VERSE's YouTube
Update. The final debut group for "GIRLS RE. VERSE" has been revealed, and are the group formed is now called FE. VERSE as their group name. To find out more about the members that comprise the group, check out here
"GIRL'S RE. VERSE" is a new type of survival program this year as well. All participants in the survival have been introduced have been introduced through animated characters and not through real photos or videos. The first episode was aired last January 2nd and the members were all playing a VR game with their characters. Despite the new format, the show received many good critics
5. "R U Next?" [June 30 - September 1]
"R U Next?" Official
Update. The final debuting members were announced, and the debuting group is revealed to be called I’LL-IT
"R U Next" is idol survival program that will be hosted by JTBC and HYBE in collaboration. A girl group will be formed at the end of the program, and was to be BE. LIFT LAB's first girl group, and HYBE's third, after LE SSERAFIM and NewJeans
6. "Queendom Puzzle" [June 13 - August 15]
"Queendom Puzzle" Official
Update. The final members of the group have been decided and the name of the new project group from the show was announced to be EL7Z UP. Find out about the final members of the EL7Z UP here
"Queendom Puzzle" is a survival program that will have female idols compete to become part of a project girl group at the end of the show. This season is to be differentiated from previous seasons of "Queendom," where female idol groups participated as a whole. The program started airing in June 13
7. "A2K" [July 14 - September 22]
A2K Official
Update. The debuting members are selected and the team will be debuting as VCHA
JYP Entertainment, Republic Records, and Federal Films team up for the competition series "A2K", which aims to form the next global girl group
8. "Universe Ticket" [November 2023 - TBA]
SBS
"Universe Ticket" is a survival audition program co-produced by SBS and F&F Entertainment. The debuting group from this program is said to be composed of 8 members. The program is scheduled to broadcast this November
9. "The Debut. Dream Academy" [September 1 - November 18]
"The Debut. Dream Academy" Official
HYBE and Geffen Records have joined forces for the production of the idol survival program "The Debut. Dream Academy", with the goal of establishing their first girl group localized in the United States
10. "FAN PICK" [August 30 - TBA]
FANPICK Official
"FAN PICK," where fans have the power to choose their favorites, is set to create a new boy group. The program allows fans and contestants to directly participate in the selection of the group's final members, bringing to life the vision fans have imagined
Those are all the survival shows planned for 2023 so far, which one are you looking forward to the most? Let us know in the comments