Apink
에이핑크
- Name:
Apink - Aliases:
- A Pink
- Hangul:
에이핑크 - Fandom:
- Pink Panda
- Debuted On:
- Apr 19, 2011
- Generation:
- Gen 2 | 2004 - 2011
- Group Type:
- Girl
- Tour Announced:
- Dec 31, 2025
K-pop’s perfect number? Why seven-member groups are both ideal and fragile
In the K-pop scene, a seven-member group suddenly becoming a six-member group is no longer uncommon. In fact, repeated cases of a member leaving groups that debuted with seven members have led to the coining of an industry term: the “curse of the seven-member team.” NMIXX, Weeekly and ONF all debuted with seven members but later saw one member depart. Going further back, Apink, 2PM, BTOB, Infinite and MONSTA X are also examples of teams that were reorganized into six-member groups. Earlier this month, Seo Young-eun exited Kep1er, marking another recent lineup change among seven-member K-pop groups. But perhaps the most high-profile case, at least recently, is ENHYPEN. On March 10, the group’s agency announced that Heeseung would leave the group and ENHYPEN would continue its activities as a six-member act. His sudden departure came as a major shock to fans. ENHYPEN has enjoyed strong popularity both in South Korea and overseas, and some fans staged protests near HYBE’s headquarters and the members’ dormitory, calling for the decision to be reversed. Others took to social media,
Idols & groups mentionedSenarai Induk Jelajah K-Pop Malaysia 2026: Konsert, Perjumpaan dengan Peminat dan Banyak Lagi
Bersedialah, peminat K-pop di Malaysia! Tahun 2026 bakal menjadi tahun yang besar buat K-pop di Malaysia dengan barisan acara menarik termasuk konsert, sesi perjumpaan peminat dan fan-con. Senarai induk komprehensif ini merupakan panduan utama anda untuk semua jelajah K-pop yang akan singgah di Malaysia sepanjang tahun 2026, supaya anda tidak terlepas peluang untuk bertemu bintang… The post appeared first on .
Idols & groups mentioned+5 moreMarch Idol Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for all idol groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of various idol groups, using big data collected from February 12 to March 12. BTS held onto their spot at the… The post appeared first on .
Idols & groups mentioned+19 moreMarch Girl Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for girl groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community indexes of various girl groups, using big data collected from February 8 to March 8. IVE continued their reign at the top of the… The post appeared first on .
Idols & groups mentioned+19 moreIndividual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual idols! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 1,730 idols, using big data collected from January 24 to February 24. BTS’s Jimin held onto his spot at the top… The post appeared first on .
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Apink celebrates 15 years with nostalgic, high-energy ‘The Origin’ concert
Apink marked its 15th debut anniversary with a sweeping celebration of its career at Jangchung Arena in central Seoul on Saturday and Sunday, proving why the group is among K-pop’s most long-standing girl groups. The sold-out “The Origin: Apink” concert unfolded as a curated journey through the quintet’s history, blending nostalgia with polished live vocals and tightly coordinated choreography. Sunday’s show opened with a recreation of the group’s 2011 debut teaser film, instantly transporting f
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APINK's 8th concert, 15-year run proves K-pop success is built on talent, not just virality
At its eighth solo concert, 15-year-old girl group APINK did not just celebrate longevity. The veteran five-member act delivered a blunt reminder of what still matters in the K-pop realm — live vocals, sweat onstage and sincerity that cannot be faked. APINK, now comprising members Chorong, Bomi, Eunji, Namjoo and Hayoung, brought "The Origin : APINK" show to Jangchung Arena in central Seoul last weekend, marking the first time a K-pop girl group has reached an eighth standalone concert. The show doubled as the group's 15th anniversary milestone, but it never felt trapped in nostalgia. On Sunday, the closing night of the two-day show, APINK ran through a massive 30-song set backed by a full live band in front of about 5,000 devoted fans. Appearing onstage in glittering pink outfits, the group opened the event with its 2011 debut track “I Don't Know,” instantly pulling the crowd back to the era when APINK first carved out its space in the industry. Fifteen years later, the energy felt less like a throwback and more like a quiet flex. Hits arrived one after another. Tracks like “NoNo
Idols & groups mentionedFebruary Idol Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for all idol groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of various idol groups, using big data collected from January 18 to February 18. BTS continued their reign at the top… The post appeared first on .
Idols & groups mentioned+20 moreFebruary Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual girl group members! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 730 girl group members, using big data collected from January 15 to February 15. BLACKPINK’s Jennie topped this month’s… The post appeared first on .
Idols & groups mentioned+29 moreWatch: Apink’s Jeong Eun Ji, Chorong, And Yoon Bomi Crack Up “Amazing Saturday” Cast In Fun Preview
Apink’s Chorong, Yoon Bomi, and Jeong Eun Ji are coming to “Amazing Saturday”! The popular tvN variety show has revealed a sneak peek of next week’s episode, which will feature the three Apink members as guests. In the new preview, Chorong cracks up the “Amazing Saturday” cast by calmly making savage remarks with an innocent… The post appeared first on .
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