The curtains have finally fallen on Mnet’s Queendom Puzzle, revealing the top seven idols who will grace the stage as members of the new girl group, EL7Z UP. This spin-off of the hit survival show Queendom saw many female idols, including those from active girl groups, fiercely competing for a coveted spot in this unique project group.

The stakes were high. Not only will EL7Z UP release an album, but they’re also slated for a global tour and a special performance at the 2023 MAMA Awards. Interestingly, they don’t have to step away from their original commitments to do all of that. These idols can continue to shine with their original groups or as solo artists, alongside their new roles in EL7Z UP.

The final episode, aired on August 15, was a culmination of talent, hard work, and anticipation. The results were a blend of global and Korean votes, with each accounting for 50% of the final decision. Votes poured in through the Mnet Plus app and, for Korean fans, via text messages.

So, who are the chosen seven?

Topping the list was H1-KEY‘s Hwiseo, who secured a staggering 444,495 votes. Not only did she clinch the top spot in the final lineup, but she also maintained her lead from the semi-finals. Hot on her heels in second place was woo!ah!‘s Nana, with 430,450 votes. She too held her position from the semi-finals, showcasing consistent support from fans.

당신이 퍼즐한 최상의 조합 EL7Z UP! 영광의 자리에 앉은 퀸은?

Purple Kiss‘ Yuki made an impressive leap, moving up three places from the semi-finals to secure the third spot. Lovelyz‘s Kei and WJSN‘s Yeoreum took the fourth and fifth places, respectively. Both demonstrated their unwavering popularity throughout the show.

글로벌 프로젝트 그룹 ‘EL7Z UP’에 합류한 마지막 멤버!

Rocket Punch‘s Yeonhee, with 358,059 votes, was the sixth member to be announced. She managed to climb to her current spot from her previous ranking in the semi-finals. Rounding out the seven members was CLC‘s Yeeun, who garnered 350,517 votes.

Good luck to the EL7Z UP members

The journey to the finale was filled with surprising twists and turns. For instance, Cherry Bullet‘s Bora, who had ranked high in the initial episodes, faced a shocking elimination. Such moments added to the suspense and unpredictability of the show.

In conclusion, congratulations are in order for the debut members of EL7Z UP. Their journey has just begun, and the world eagerly awaits their contributions to the music industry. As for fans who wish to relive the excitement, all episodes of Queendom Puzzle are available with subtitles on Viki.

Good luck to Hwiseo, Nana, Yuki, Kei, Yeorum, Yeonhee, and Yeeun—the EL7Z UP girls! – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: After several weeks, we have the EL7Z UP lineup! Source: Twitter/@iamtheGuj.