IVE's Iseul and Zero Base One's Han Yujin are notable graduates.
Post-graduation, more diverse concepts and activities are anticipated.
In January 2026, the idols born in 2007 have completed their high school graduation, marking a significant milestone in their careers. Shedding the title of 'student,' they are set to wear stage outfits instead and embark on more active careers.
IVE's Iseul attended the graduation ceremony at Hanlim Multi Art School. Transitioning from the image of the youngest member at debut to becoming a central figure within the team, she is expected to enjoy a broader range of schedules and activities post-graduation.
Zero Base One's Han Yujin also joined the graduation celebrations on the same day. Balancing her academic responsibilities alongside a demanding career, she can now focus more on the stage and content.
Graduates such as Kyungmin from Tours, Donghyun from Kickflip, and Park Hayuchan from The Wind, among others, will also experience a newfound freedom in their activities. The constraints of adjusting their schedules according to academic calendars will lessen, opening pathways for more creative endeavors.
Meanwhile, members from the girl group Triple S, including Kim Soo-min, Kim Chae-won, and Jung Hye-rin, graduated on the same day. Given their group dynamics that favor unit and solo activities, there’s keen interest in how their characters and concepts will evolve following graduation.
In addition, other recent or upcoming graduates include Laura, Le Seine, and Rivi from Baby Monster, as well as new faces from Candy Shop, CLASS:y, Youthsphere, and others. Their transitions point to increased growth potential and promising new beginnings.
The industry views the future prospects of these idols positively, anticipating expanded opportunities and a wider range of concepts. Fans are eager to witness more mature performances and new transformations.
While they’ve taken off their school uniforms, the real performing arts journey begins now. Eyes are on how the 2007-born idols will shape their paths in the chapters following graduation.
The graduation of these idols signifies more than the end of their academic pursuits; it marks a pivotal point in their careers. Graduation heralds the dawn of new activities, allowing fans to anticipate more mature and nuanced performances. The easing of constraints that came with balancing school and work will now lead to a broader concept selection.
Particularly, graduating alongside their peers provides them with motivation within the competitive music industry. The success stories of their contemporaries can inspire positive competitive spirits, encouraging each individual to innovate and develop more unique content.
Ultimately, graduation serves not just as a ceremonial milestone, but as an opportunity for these young idols to express themselves freely. The anticipation surrounding their upcoming activities is palpable, prompting curiosity about the directions they will take in the future.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
Photo: An Seong-hu
