Former “Fantasy Boys” contestant Yuma is set to join LUN8 as a new member, marking an exciting evolution for the rookie boy group. The news comes about a month after Eunseop’s departure.
LUN8 Adds Yuma from FANTASY BOYS
On February 6, Fantagio shared the news on social media by posting new profile photos of Yuma. The agency also issued an official statement confirming LUN8’s newest member.
“Starting from LUN8’s ‘SHOW[K]ASE TOUR EUROPE’, which is scheduled to begin this April, Yuma—who appeared on MBC’s ‘Fantasy Boys’—will be joining [the group’s] official activities as a new member,” the statement read.
“We plan to continue our full-fledged and unsparing support of LUN8 so that they can actively promote,” it added. “We ask that you give lots of interest and support to the LUN8 members and Yuma, who will be joining them.”
Fantagio also confirmed that LUN8 will embark on a European tour from April 26 to May 4. This tour will give fans across the continent a chance to experience the group’s dynamic performances firsthand. Yuma’s addition to the tour will not only underscore the group’s growing international presence but also introduce fresh energy.
Yuma, who first gained attention on the MBC idol survival show “Fantasy Boys” in 2023, will officially join LUN8 starting with the upcoming tour. His inclusion is a strategic move as the group navigates recent lineup changes.
Originally debuting in June 2023 as an eight-member ensemble, LUN8 has undergone significant transitions. Last month, Fantagio announced that member Eunseop would be leaving the group, while Dohyun and Ji Eunho temporarily halted their activities due to health concerns.
The addition of Yuma is expected to bring new strengths and versatility to LUN8, enriching their performances and contributing to their evolving musical style. As the European tour draws near, fans are eagerly anticipating the fresh energy and creative synergy that Yuma and the remaining members will deliver on stage, solidifying LUN8’s rising status in the competitive K-pop scene.