Week in Review, 10/12 to 10/18

Welcome to another edition of SB Week in Review. Here’s all the news you might have missed over the past week:

DEBUTS & COMEBACKS

* Xdinary Heroes wanted to be “Obsessed With Youth.”
* NCT × About group NCT NCT is a South Korean boy group formed by SM Entertainment with a unique multi-unit concept. There are 6 units within NCT; NCT 127, NCT DREAM, NCT WISH, WayV, NCT U, NCT DOJAEJUNG. Tap again to view profile → Close Wish perfected their bubblegum style in “I Spy.” Check out our review!
* Modyssey × About group MODYSSEY MODYSSEY is a seven-member global project boy group under ONECEAD Entertainment. The group consists of Yichen, Hengyu, Rowan, LynnLynn, Li Zihao, Suren, and Fan Zheyi. The group was formed through Mnet's PLANET C: HOME RACE and officially debuted on April 13, 2026, with the single album Got Hooked: An Addictive Symphony. The name MODYSSEY combines the idea of music, movement, and momentum with an odyssey, representing a shared journey of growth through music. Their official fandom name is MODU. Tap again to view profile → Close made their first comeback with “Can You Hear That.”
* Sung Hanbin × Artist bio Sung Hanbin Position: Leader, Vocalist, Main Dancer, VisualNationality: KoreanBirthday: 2001-06-13 Member of ZEROBASEONE (ZB1). Tap again to view profile → Close took a step away from Zerobaseone × About group ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 5-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet I. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE. Tap again to view profile → Close ‘s upbeat style for his solo debut, “Undead.”
* Meovv‘s “Go Hard” features perhaps the most unexpected chorus beat drop of the year.
* Lee Sooman launched his Korea-based rookie groups under A2O Entertainment. The boy group A2O Seoul debuted with “Superstar,” while girl group A2O Lite × About group A2O LITE A2O LITE is a nine-member multinational girl group under A2O Entertainment. The group consists of YOUNG, OA, AYUNE, AIJING, HIMEKI, RADA, XILI, VORA, and MERCI. A2O LITE released their debut single NEON on October 13, 2026. The members come from several countries, including Korea, China, Japan, Thailand, and the United States. Tap again to view profile → Close made a splash with “Neon.” Don’t miss our MV review!
* Epik High and Davichi acted out famous film scenes for “Mise-en-scène.”
* Teen Top went big for “Don’t Stop.”
* TripleS made a full-group return with “Andless.”

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TEASERS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

* Seventeen × About group SEVENTEEN SEVENTEEN is a self-producing boy group with 13 members, divided into the 3 main sub-units, hip-hop, vocal, and performance, to form 1 team. They are known for intricate choreography, impressive synchronisation and sophisticated song writing. Tap again to view profile → Close ‘s Jeonghan × Artist bio Jeonghan Real name: Yoon Jeong-hanPosition: Lead VocalistNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1995-10-04Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea Lead vocalist of SEVENTEEN. Jeonghan is clever, calm, and playful. He teases his fellow SEVENTEEN members often. Tap again to view profile → Close x Joshua × Artist bio Joshua Real name: Hong Ji-sooPosition: Lead VocalistNationality: Korean-AmericanBirthday: 1995-12-30Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA Lead vocalist of SEVENTEEN. Joshua is gentle, polite, and considerate. His calm demeanour and soft-spoken charm, lead to many being unaware of his more chaotic side. Tap again to view profile → Close teased a funky sound for their unit debut “12 O’Clock,” out on October 19.
* Ive × About group IVE IVE is a six-member girl group recognized for chic visuals, confident concepts, and strong chart performance. Tap again to view profile → Close transformed into superheroes in the teasers for “Looks Can Kill,” the pre-release out on October 19.
* The new EP will be out on October 26.
* Nmixx × About group NMIXX NMIXX is a South Korean girl group under JYP Entertainment. The group consists of Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Bae, Jiwoo, and Kyujin and debuted in 2022. Tap again to view profile → Close shared the dreamy teaser for “Birthday Wish.” Their new EP Strange Wish is also out on the 19th.
* The teaser for Woodz × Artist bio WOODZ Real name: Cho Seung-younPosition: Soloist, Singer-Songwriter, Rapper, ProducerNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1996-08-05Birthplace: South Korea WOODZ is a South Korean singer-songwriter, rapper, and producer known for his versatility across pop, R&B, hip-hop, rock, and alternative music. WOODZ has described himself as emotionally sensitive and as someone whose feelings can move back and forth quickly. Over time, he has spoken about learning to accept stress, become more balanced, and avoid defining himself too rigidly. He values emotional exchange and frequently channels changing emotions into his music. Tap again to view profile → Close ‘ October 20 single “Welcome to My World” promised Wild West chaos.
* Lngshot shared the MV teaser for the October 21 pre-release “Masterpiece” ahead of their November 10 return with S.W.I.S.H.
* Crush and IU × Artist bio IU Real name: Lee Ji-eunPosition: Soloist, Singer-Songwriter, ActressNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1993-05-16Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea IU is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actress known for her distinctive vocals, songwriting, and extensive career in music and acting. IU is known for a thoughtful and introspective public persona and for taking an active role in the creative direction of her music. Tap again to view profile → Close released a teaser for their collab “Sweesaw,” scheduled for release also on the 21st.
* Ateez × About group ATEEZ ATEEZ is an eight-member K-pop boy group known for powerful performances, intense choreography, and a strong global fanbase. Since debuting in 2018, they have built a reputation for cinematic concepts and commanding stage presence. Tap again to view profile → Close announced the pre-release “Drip” for October 23.
* Golden Hour: Part.6 will be released on November 13.
* Illit previewed the choreography of their October 26 release, “You’re Under Arrest.”
* Riize dropped a short teaser for their October 26 single, “Insomnia.”
* And2ble released the track list for Sequence 02: Attraction, set for release on October 27.
* Xlov sampled a variety of concepts in the teaser photos for i=!, out on October 28.
* JustB chose an, um, eye-catching concept for K-pop, to be released on October 28.
* Itzy × About group ITZY ITZY is a South Korean girl group under JYP Entertainment. They debuted on February 12, 2019. Tap again to view profile → Close ‘s Chaeryeong × Artist bio Chaeryeong Real name: Lee Chae-ryeongPosition: Main Dancer, Sub-Vocalist, Sub-RapperNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2001-06-05 ITZY member under JYP Entertainment. Quietly funny and a little dreamy (can zone out), with a comfy, minimal vibe. Known for being easily startled but very determined once focused. Tap again to view profile → Close shared the track list for her solo debut on November 9 with Lovesick.
* NCT Dream dropped the first teasers for their November 10 EP Dream After Dream.
* Hearts2Hearts × About group Hearts2Hearts Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) is an 8-member girl group under SM Entertainment, debuting in 2025 with a fresh, emotional pop sound and a global focus. Tap again to view profile → Close put out “Next Chapter” in honor of Arena of Valor’s 10th anniversary.

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OTHER NEWS

* Bang Si-hyuk filed a loan repayment civil suit against Min Hee-jin to repay the 4.2 billion won he lent her to purchase shares of Ador in 2023. He previously filed for a repayment order in April, but Min’s side rejected the request, forcing it to go into civil litigation.
* Winner‘s Mino will re-enlist in alternative service military duty after being found guilty of dereliction of duty during his initial enlistment.

(YouTube. The Korea Herald, Chosun Daily. Images via: JYP Entertainment, Starship Entertainment.)