Just when fans thought they had seen it all, ZEROBASEONE is about to return with a completely new chapter.
According to multiple industry insiders, the group is currently preparing for a May comeback but this time, everything is different.
A Comeback That Marks a Real Turning Point
This upcoming release will be the group’s first official activity as a 5-member unit, following a major lineup shift that has already shaken fans.
The new lineup includes:
Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Seok Matthew, Kim Taerae, and Park Gunwook.
And with that change, expectations are rising not just for their music, but for how their identity as a group will evolve.
Because let’s be honest this isn’t just another comeback. It’s a reset.
From 9 to 5—The End of One Era
ZEROBASEONE recently wrapped up their journey as a 9-member group with their encore concert,
“2026 ZEROBASEONE WORLD TOUR ‘HERE & NOW’ ENCORE,” held at KSPO Dome in Seoul from March 13 to 15.
That stage didn’t just mark the end of a tour.
It quietly closed the door on the group’s original era.
Following the concert, members Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin, and Han Yujin returned to Yuehua Entertainment, where they are expected to begin new individual or group activities.
For fans who followed their journey since Boys Planet, this transition hits differently.
A “New Beginning” Album—And High Expectations
Insiders say the upcoming album is being treated as a symbolic “new beginning”, with top-tier Korean and international producers involved in the project.
That alone is enough to raise expectations—but what’s really drawing attention is this:
What will ZEROBASEONE sound like now?
With fewer members and a redefined structure, fans are anticipating a shift in:
- Musical direction
- Concept identity
- Group dynamics
And possibly… a more focused, mature sound.
Why Everyone Is Watching This Comeback
Since their debut through Mnet’s Boys Planet, ZEROBASEONE has built a strong global fandom in just over two years.
But this comeback will test something bigger: Can they redefine themselves and still dominate?
Because in K-pop, “new beginning” doesn’t always guarantee success.
But sometimes, it creates something even stronger.
So… What Comes Next?
With their comeback scheduled for May, one thing is clear:
This isn’t just ZEROBASEONE returning.
It’s ZEROBASEONE starting over.
And that’s exactly why everyone is watching.