Gather up, K-pop fans! The newest girl group, UNIS, is in town!

Formed through the survival program Universe Ticket, FNF Entertainment is set to launch its newest girl group, UNIS. To recall, the reality talent show premiered on November 18, 2023 and had its finale episode on January 17, 2024, where it announced its final lineup selected from a total of 82 contestants.

On their official social media accounts, UNIS introduced the final lineup through the member profiles. In a series of photos, the eight girls were seen showing off their individual charms as they begin their idol journey. 

Although there is no official date yet, UNIS will be making their much-anticipated debut in 2024. According to reports, they’re also set to promote for the next two years and six months.

Meet the UNIS Members

First to be confirmed as a member is the Filipina trainee Elisia. Showing a remarkable feat, Elisia secured her spot in the group after ranking first overall during the show’s ninth episode. Notably, she is known as a former trainee of Starship Entertainment and a cousin of Marcus from HORI7ON, an all-Filipino global pop group.

Next is the group’s eldest member: the half-Filipina and half-Korean trainee, Hyeonju. Prior to participating in“Universe Ticket, Hyeonju has already made her debut twice. She started off her singing career as a member of the now-disbanded group Good Day, and then re-debuted as Belle of Cignature. As she’s set to focus on her activities with UNIS, Hyeonju will be temporarily inactive in Cignature.

Also joining Elisia and Hyeonju is another Filipina, Gehlee Dangca, who has gained attention in the show for her good looks. Notably, UNIS became the first K-pop group with a Filipina line, having three members on board.

Aside from the Filipina line, UNIS will also have two Japanese members: Kotoko and Nana. The 14-year old rookie singer Kotoko will be making her first steps as an idol. Meanwhile, Nana will be making her second debut. Prior to UNIS, the 16-year old trainee is already a part of the Japanese pop girl group PRIKIL.

 

In addition to the international members, South Korean members Yunha, Yoona, and Seowon will be completing the final lineup. Both debuting at 14 years old, Yunha and Yoona were former JYP and STARON Entertainment trainees, respectively. Meanwhile, Seowon will be the group’s youngest member at 13 years old. 

 

 

Featured image: UNIS greets fans in a new video. Credit: YouTube/UNIS