Group SS501 members Kim Hyun-joong, Heo Young-saeng, and Kim Kyu-jong are receiving a lot of attention from fans as they officially announced their reunion to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their debut.

On the 1st, their agency Henecia announced, “SS501 members Kim Hyun-joong, Heo Young-saeng, and Kim Kyu-jong will be carrying out a project to commemorate their 20th debut anniversary.This project is a place to give special memories to fans who have waited a long time, and they will meet fans all over the world through a world tour starting in Seoul in July.”

SS501 debuted in 2005 and received much love both domestically and internationally with numerous hit songs such as “Snow Prince, “ “Love Like This(네게로)”, “U R MAN, “ and “내 마음 듯 (Because I’m Stupid)”.From the beginning of their debut, SS501 led the heyday of second-generation idols with a fresh image symbolizing youth and sweet vocals, and laid the foundation for the global K-pop market by building a strong fandom throughout Asia, including Japan.

Kim Hyun-joong, Heo Young-saeng, and Kim Kyu-jong, who have each focused on their individual activities as actors and solo singers, have reunited as a team through this project and announced a new leap forward.They have decided on a new group name of ‘FIVE O ONE’ and have also revealed their intention for long-term team activities rather than simple one-time activities.

The highlight of this project is definitely the world tour that will begin in earnest in July.Starting with the Seoul concert, there are large-scale stages planned to meet the global fandom in Japan, Southeast Asia, and the Americas, so expectations are high.In particular, since SS501 enjoyed unrivaled popularity in Japan, an explosive response from local fans is expected this time as well.

The comeback teaser video released through the official YouTube channel also garnered attention.The teaser begins with the sound of heartbeats that seem to hint at the return of the three members, followed by their outlines in the darkness.The video, which creates a strong sense of immersion, is further heightening the anticipation of fans who have been eagerly awaiting the day when they will meet again after a long wait.

Fans are responding enthusiastically through SNS and fan communities, saying things like, “The wait was not in vain,” and “SS501’s true return, it’s so touching.” The global fandom is also paying attention to their movements.
Detailed schedules and news related to the 20th anniversary special project of Kim Hyun-joong, Heo Young-saeng, and Kim Kyu-jong will be sequentially revealed through Henecia’s official SNS channel.Attention is focused on their new beginning in response to the long-awaited fans.


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