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Kim Sohye Reveals I.O.I Members Want to Reunite

Project girl group I.O.I during one of their promotions in 2016. Credit: Instagram/I.O.I

It’s been more than five years since girl group I.O.I has disbanded but the bond between the members remains strong. And it even reaches the point that they’re even hoping for a possible reunion. 

In the Wednesday, August 16 episode of Problem Child in House, Kim Sohye opens up how she misses her idol days. Since I.O.I’s disbandment, Sohye has ventured more into acting. 

 

Then, she shared that despite I.O.I’s short-lived existence, the members still keep in touch with each other. 

Note that I.O.I was a project group that was formed in May 2016 following the first season of Produce 101. During their promotional activities, the group got the nickname “Nation’s Pick” and became known for hits “PICK ME,” “Whatta Man,” and “DOWNPOUR.” 

Unfortunately, I.O.I still disbanded in 2017 despite their huge following and popularity. 

And during Sohye’s variety guesting appearance, she revealed that I.O.I almost had a reunion. 

 

“We almost reunited but it didn’t work out. The plans unfortunately collapsed in the end,” the idol-actress said. “It was close to happening.” 

She continued that the members are still hopeful that it will happen. “Everybody desperately wishes to get back together. It’s something we talk about all the time,” Sohye said. 

Among the I.O.I members, she said that it’s Doyeon, Sejeong, and Yoojung she remain closest to. 

 

Where are the I.O.I members now? 

For season one of Produce 101, only 11 members were chosen to debut from a pool of 101 trainees. Said group was named I.O.I. 

When the group disbanded, they promised fans that they’ll be reuniting for their fifth debut anniversary. And in May 2021, they fulfilled that promise by gathering together for a live broadcast. 

However, two out of the 11 members weren’t able to attend the reunion in person. Kang Mina and Kyulkyung only joined the special event through a video call. 

Since then, the I.O.I members continued their respective ventures. 

Members Jeon Somi and Chungha have become soloists, with the former being under THEBLACKLABEL. Additionally, Chungha has recently left MNH Entertainment, her agency of seven years. 

Next, Sohye has established her company S&P Entertainment. She has also received several awards as an actress. 

Chayeon re-debuted in group DIA and Nayoung with Pristin. Both girl groups have disbanded as well, and the two chose to focus on their acting careers instead. 

Meanwhile, Kang Mina and Sejeong also debuted as members of girl group gugudan. However, it disbanded in 2020. But the two are also active as actresses. 

Moreover, Yoojung and Doyeon are under the girl group Weki Meki, with Yeonjung in WJSN. In September 2019, Kyulkyung returned to China to continue her idol activities there. 

Featured image: Project girl group I.O.I during one of their promotions in 2016. Credit: Instagram/I.O.I

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Theblacklabel Apologizes for Plagiarism Issue on Jeon Somi’s ‘Fast Forward’ MV

Jeon Somi in the teasers for her 'Game Plan' album. Credit: Twitter/Jeon Somi

THEBLACKLABEL will edit some scenes involving an animated character in Jeon Somi’s “Fast Forward” music video after viewers accused it of plagiarism. 

“Fast Forward,” which is the title track of Somi’s new EP Game Plan, was released on Monday, August 7. 

 

Following its release, several viewers pointed out that the animated character in Somi’s music video resembles an artwork of the famous Japanese cartoonist Rumiko Takahashi. 

In the ”Fast Forward” music video, the manga-styled character appeared to be a representation of the idol. 

However, fans were quick to raise the similarities between Somi’s animated character and the artwork on Takahashi’s manga series Urusei Yatsura. 

 

Viewers alleged that the two had the same style and color scheme. According to online users, only the direction the character is facing and the hairstyle are the differences.

Hence, viewers accused the company of ripping off the known character. It also sparked debate on whether the agency has permission to use the design commercially. 

THEBLACKLABEL reacts

Soon afterwards the allegations went viral, THEBLACKLABEL issued an apology on Wednesday, August 9. 

The agency said that they have decided to “delete and modify the scene” after they  “discovered that the animated character in the video had similar appearances to a different character’s artwork.” 

 

Additionally, THEBLACKLABEL shared that they will replace said scenes as soon as possible. “We sincerely apologize for being unable to take a closer look and for causing concern,” they said. 

The label also assured fans that they will be “more careful in the future” to prevent instances like this from happening again. 

Game Plan is Jeon Somi’s first comeback in two years, following her studio album XOXO in October 2021. 

Jeon Somi entered the K-pop industry through the 2015 survival program Sixteen. She also participated in the first season of Produce 101 in 2016, wherein she became a member of the project girl group IOI. 

After IOI disbanded, Jeon Somi chose to venture in her solo career. 

Featured image: Jeon Somi in the teasers for her ‘Game Plan’ album. Credit: Twitter/Jeon Somi

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Jeon Somi Stuns in Teasers for ‘Game Plan’

SOM-MUNGCHIs, get ready for an exciting comeback as soloist Jeon Somi has released the teasers for her upcoming album GAME PLAN. 

In her new profile picture, Somi is staring intensely at the camera while donning an all-black outfit.

 

The teasers released on Monday, July 24, meanwhile, featured Somi in card-themed posters. One photo saw the singer looking fierce in a black-and-white, while she looks adorable in pink in another picture.

Somi on her new music

The caption revealed that Somi’s solo EP GAME PLAN will be released digitally on August 7, while the physical album will only be available starting August 4.  

In a press release, Somi’s agency THEBLACKLABEL teased fans on what they can expect on the soloist’s upcoming release. 

“Please anticipate what music and performance Jeon Somi, who proved herself to be a solo queen with irreplaceable skills and unique charms while receiving love from many fans, will showcase [following the release of] her new profile image,” they said.

GAME PLAN will serve as Somi’s first comeback in nearly two years, following the release of her studio album XOXO in October 2021. The record features viral hits such as “Dumb Dumb,” “What You Waiting For,” “Birthday,” and “XOXO.” 

Three of these songs – “Dumb Dumb,” “What You Waiting For,” “XOXO” – were featured in episodes of the hit Netflix series XO, KITTY. 

Additional details about GAME PLAN, such as its number of songs and name of title track, have yet to be announced, but Somi had earlier expressed her excitement about her new music.

“I wish I could fast forward life or something and let you guys see and hear what I’ve been working on,” she wrote in a tweet.

 

Somi entered the K-pop industry through the 2015 survival program Sixteen. She also participated in the first season of Produce 101 in 2016, wherein she became a member of the project girl group IOI. 

After IOI disbanded, Jeon Somi chose to venture in her solo career. 

Featured image: Jeon Somi’s Twitter

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Jeon Somi Confirms First Comeback in 2 Years

Jeon Somi is collaborating with Universal Music Japan for her first Japanese release

Jeon Somi is finally gearing up for her next comeback. The former I.O.I member has confirmed that she is currently preparing for her first album in almost two years.

Jeon Somi’s Agency THE BLACK LABEL Confirms Upcoming Comeback

THE BLACK LABEL confirmed the news in a brief statement.

“Jeon Somi is preparing to make a comeback,” the statement read.

The agency did not reveal more details about the comeback. For instance, the comeback date has not been shared. Likewise, it is still unclear whether Jeon Somi is releasing an EP or a full album. Nevertheless, Somi herself had already teased that she is working on new music.

Earlier in May, Somi expressed her excitement about her upcoming projects.

“I wish I could fast forward life or something and let you guys see and hear what I’ve been working on,” she wrote.

It’s an awesome tease for what would be Jeon Somi’s first comeback in almost two years. She had previously released her first full album ‘XOXO’ in October 2021. Needless to say, it’s a comeback that SOM-MUNGCHIs have been expecting since Somi got a surge in popularity last month.

‘XO, Kitty’ Features Three Jeon Somi Songs From ‘XOXO’

On May 18, the “All The Boys I Loved Before” spin-off series “XO, Kitty” premiered on Netflix. The show, which is set in Seoul, featured several K-pop songs including “BAAM” by MOMOLAND, “Icy” by ITZY, “Stay This Way” by fromis_9, and “MANIAC” by Stray Kids.

The creators of “XO, Kitty” also appeared to be huge fans of Jeon Somi. Three of her songs from the album ‘XOXO’ were featured in numerous episodes. The first episode included “What You Waiting For” while “XOXO” appeared in Episode 2. “Dumb Dumb” was featured in the third episode.

Jeon Somi’s comeback date has not yet been announced. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.

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