SEVENTEEN’s Vernon And The8’s New Unit V8 Announces Album Release Date And New Concerts
SEVENTEEN members Vernon and The8 have officially confirmed the debut date for their new unit V8!
On May 28, PLEDIS Entertainment announced that V8 will release their first album on June 29.
The unit name “V8” combines the “V” from Vernon and the “8” from The8. Much like a powerful V8 engine that generates intense acceleration, the unit represents the duo’s unstoppable drive powered by their unique artistic energy.
Following the album release, V8 will continue their activities with unit concerts. “2026 VERNON THE 8 [V8] LIVE” will take place on July 11 and 12 at Hall 1 of KINTEX Exhibition Center 1 in Goyang, before heading to Hong Kong for shows on July 18 and 19 at AsiaWorld-Expo Hall 10.
Check out the poster for V8’s upcoming concerts below!
You can also check out Soompi’s 2026 K-pop Tour Masterlist here!
Watch Vernon and The8 on “NANA TOUR with SEVENTEEN” on Viki below:
ITZY’s Yeji To Limit Participation In Upcoming Concerts Due To Herniated Disc
ITZY’s Yeji will be unable to fully participate in the group’s concerts this weekend due to health concerns.
On May 5, JYP Entertainment announced that Yeji had been diagnosed with a herniated disc after recently visiting the hospital due to lower back pain.
Because she was advised to “minimize back-straining movements,” Yeji will be limiting her participation in ITZY’s performances at their upcoming “TUNNEL VISION” concerts in Japan on May 9 and 10.
JYP Entertainment’s full English statement is as follows:
Hello, this is JYPE. This is an announcement regarding ITZY’s Yeji’s health condition & Japan concert participation.
Yeji recently visited the hospital because of lower back pain. Through a thorough medical examination, she was diagnosed with a herniated disc and received a specialist’s opinion that she should minimize back-straining movements.
Thus, we inform you that Yeji’s performances on stages will be limited in ITZY 3RD WORLD TOUR in JAPAN which will be held [on] May 9-10, 2026.
Even though there may be some limits to the performance, according to Yeji’s active will, she would be participating in the stage as much as possible and meet the fans.
We sincerely apologize for causing concern to the fans who may have been waiting for her stage and performance. We will do our best to ensure sufficient treatment and recovery, considering the health of our artist as our top priority.
TWICE’s Dahyun To Return To Performing In Limited Capacity Starting With Tokyo Concerts
TWICE’s Dahyun will be rejoining her bandmates on stage starting this weekend.
Back in February, JYP Entertainment announced that Dahyun had been diagnosed with a stress fracture in her ankle and would therefore be unable to perform at TWICE’s upcoming shows for their ongoing “THIS IS FOR” world tour. Since then, Dahyun has been sitting out the group’s concerts in order to focus on her recovery.
On April 24, JYP Entertainment shared an update on Dahyun’s health and announced that starting with TWICE’s upcoming Tokyo concert on April 25, Dahyun would be returning to performing on stage. However, the agency added that “for the time being, her participation in choreography and certain performances may be limited.”
The company’s full English statement is as follows:
Hi, this is JYP Entertainment.
We would like to provide an update regarding Dahyun’s health and her upcoming schedule.
Dahyun is currently focusing on treatment and rehabilitation for a stress fracture. According to her recent medical evaluation, the initially diagnosed area has shown improvement. The medical team has advised that continued rehabilitation is necessary for a full recovery of strength and function.
After carefully considering the artist’s strong desire to meet fans on stage during the world tour, as well as her recovery progress, and based on discussions with medical professionals, it has been decided that she will participate in upcoming performances within a limited scope that does not place undue strain on her condition.
With this in mind, Dahyun is expected to join the stage starting with the Tokyo concerts. However, for the time being, her participation in choreography and certain performances may be limited.
We apologize for any concern this may cause and kindly ask for your understanding. We will continue to prioritize Dahyun’s health and do our best to support her full recovery. We sincerely appreciate your warm encouragement and support.
Stars Show Love For BTS At “ARIRANG” Concerts In Goyang
Stars throughout the industry have gathered for BTS’s much-anticipated return!
On April 9, 11, and 12, BTS kicked off their “ARIRANG” world tour with concerts at Goyang Stadium. Various idols, actors, and more were in attendance to show their love for the group.
Here are some of the stars who were present for the occasion:
Choo Sung Hoon
Yena
Stray Kids’ Bang Chan
Son Dong Pyo
TXT
IVE’s Jang Won Young
ATEEZ’s Jongho
Kany, Lee Sung Kyung, Kim Min Jae
BIG Naughty
Park Seo Joon, Choi Woo Shik, Park Hyung Sik, Peakboy
ENHYPEN, BOYNEXTDOOR
Lee Dong Hwi
LE SSERAFIM
Yim Si Wan
Lee Jung Jae
CORTIS, TWS, Park Hyo Shin, WOODZ, Lee Soo Ji
Epik High
Choi Tae Joon
Kian84, Ji Ye Eun
Younha
Jung Ryeo Won
Moon Sujin
WEi’s Kang Seok Hwa
Kyung Soo Jin
Park Seo Ham
Shim Jin Hwa
So Yoo Jin
Ha Ji Won
Lim Seul Ong
YOUNITE’s Eunho
CODE KUNST
Loco
Chef Choi Hyun Seok, Lee Byung Hun
Jo Soo Min
Ko So Young
Lee Sae On
Other stars spotted at the concerts include SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu and The8, BABYMONSTER’s Ahyeon and Chiquita, Zico, PSY, IU, and more.
Also watch “BTS SPEAK YOURSELF in SEOUL FINAL” below:
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