K-Pop Update: Debut Schedule of Girls' Groups in 2021-2023
The K-Pop industry is abuzz with anticipation for upcoming girls' groups, with several major entertainment agencies planning to debut new units in the near future. Here's a comprehensive overview of the expected debuts from leading K-pop companies, including Hybe (formerly known as Source Music) and Cube Entertainment, among others.
Hybe (Source Music) and Cube Entertainment
Hype continues to build for Hybe (formerly known as Source Music), with the company confirming preparations for the debut of a new girl group. This follows the success of their previous groups, such as Gfriend, and they are likely to reveal more details about this upcoming act. Additionally, Cube Entertainment is preparing for the second season of Ille (i-land), which is set to feature a girl version of the show. Another female act from Cube Entertainment is Lightsum, an eight-member group that includes Chowon from PD48. Lightsum is scheduled to make their debut this year, showcasing the versatility and strength of Cube's talent pool.
YG Entertainment
Well-known for their successful boy groups, YG Entertainment is also preparing to debut a new girl group named Baby Monsters. While specific details about the group are scarce, fans and industry experts are eagerly awaiting more information.
Other Companies Preparing to Debut
Several other entertainment companies are gearing up for debuts in the coming year. For instance, A-Team and LA Entertainment are both scheduled to debut groups named ISE and HOWZ, respectively. Additionally, an existing 7-member boy group, Kingdom under GF Entertainment, is set to release a single titled Excalibur on February 18th, marking their official debut in the girls' group sphere. Yu Jin and Woonyoung, members ofStarship Entertainment, are also scheduled to debut in a new girl group, though they have not revealed a specific timeline.
New Debuts and Updates
Further adding to the excitement, Allart Entertainment is debuting a new girls' group named PIXY. The group features Ella (formerly Mirae from Cherry Bullet) and Saetbyeol (formerly from Girl's Alert) alongside new members Lola, Dia, Sua, and Dajeong. The debut date is now set for February 24th, with a digital single titled Wings. RBW, home to Mamamoo and Oneus, is also set to debut a new group, Purple Kiss, with seven members named Jieun, Goeun, Dosie, Ireh, Yuki, Chaein, and Swan. These girls recently appeared in Onewe's music video for End of Spring.
Upcoming Opportunities for 2021 Debut Groups
For those interested in more information about the upcoming debuts, an article titled 10 K-Pop Girl Groups Expected To Possibly Debut In 2021 provides further details about pre-debut groups that may make their debuts in 2021.
Stay tuned for more updates on the exciting world of K-pop!