An exclusive report by StarNews on May 16th revealed significant changes for the girl group Kep1er, confirming that the group will be reorganized from nine to seven members. Kang Ye-seo and Mashiro will be leaving Kep1er to join another girl group, LimeLight, under their original agency, 143 Entertainment. This agency also manages the boy group iKON.
Kep1er is a multinational project girl group that was formed through Mnet’s survival program “Girls Planet 999,” which concluded in October 2021. The group officially debuted in January 2022, with their activities initially planned to last for two and a half years, culminating in July 2024.
Despite the initial contract’s end date approaching, the CEOs of the members’ agencies recently held discussions to explore extending the group’s activities. As a result of these discussions, seven of the nine members have successfully renewed their contracts, making Kep1er the first idol group created by an audition program to extend their contract beyond the original agreement.
Kep1er 2.0: New Lineup, New Album, Same Fierce Energy
The reorganization and contract renewals mark a significant moment in Kep1er’s journey, as the group navigates changes while continuing their musical activities. Fans are eager to see how the restructured group will evolve and what new dynamics the remaining members will bring to their performances and music.
In addition to the reorganization news, Kep1er is gearing up for a major release. They are set to reveal their first full album, titled “Kep1going On,” on June 3rd. This album will be a milestone for the group, reflecting their growth and resilience as they move forward with a renewed lineup and extended activities. Fans are highly anticipating the new music and performances that Kep1er will deliver in the coming months, looking forward to the continued success of the reformed group.
