Blackpink producer Teddy Park to debut co-ed K-pop group Allday Project on June 23
SEOUL, June 9 — A new K-pop group is set to break the mould this summer — and it's coming from one of the industry's most influential producers.
The Black Label, led by hitmaker Teddy Park, will debut Allday Project, a five-member mixed-gender act, on June 23, according to The Korea Herald.
The group will feature two male and three female members: Annie, Tarzzan, Bailey, Woochan, and Youngseo.
The lineup was officially revealed today through Allday Project's new social media accounts on X, Instagram, and Facebook.
Park, is best known as the creative force behind many of Blackpink's global hits.
Among the members, two names are already drawing major attention. Youngseo rose to fame on the survival show R U Next?, where she placed second and was expected to debut in girl group Illit. However, she later parted ways with Belift Lab, and Illit moved forward without her.
Annie, whose real name is Moon Seo-yoon, is the eldest daughter of Shinsegae chairperson Chung Yoo-kyung and granddaughter of Shinsegae group chair Lee Myung-hee.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Malay Mail
4 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Blackpink producer Teddy Park to debut co-ed K-pop group Allday Project on June 23
SEOUL, June 9 — A new K-pop group is set to break the mould this summer — and it's coming from one of the industry's most influential producers. The Black Label, led by hitmaker Teddy Park, will debut Allday Project, a five-member mixed-gender act, on June 23, according to The Korea Herald. The group will feature two male and three female members: Annie, Tarzzan, Bailey, Woochan, and Youngseo. The lineup was officially revealed today through Allday Project's new social media accounts on X, Instagram, and Facebook. Park, is best known as the creative force behind many of Blackpink's global hits. Among the members, two names are already drawing major attention. Youngseo rose to fame on the survival show R U Next?, where she placed second and was expected to debut in girl group Illit. However, she later parted ways with Belift Lab, and Illit moved forward without her. Annie, whose real name is Moon Seo-yoon, is the eldest daughter of Shinsegae chairperson Chung Yoo-kyung and granddaughter of Shinsegae group chair Lee Myung-hee.
Hype Malaysia
7 hours ago
- Hype Malaysia
Tarzzan Of THEBLACKLABEL's New Co-Ed Group Accused Of Cultural Appropriation
When someone romanticises aspects of a particular race, it can sometimes lead to them adopting that race's appearance. While such behaviour often goes unnoticed, it tends to spark controversy, especially when public figures or idols are involved, raising debates around cultural appropriation. On 8th June (Sunday), South Korean entertainment agency THEBLACKLABEL (더블랙레이블) introduced their new co-ed group, 'ALLDAY Project.' However, one member, Tarzzan (타잔), quickly drew attention from netizens due to his Instagram posts, where he is frequently seen wearing braids and adopting aesthetics commonly associated with Black culture. The 'ALLDAY Project' consists of five members: Annie (앤니), Tarzzan (타잔), Bailey (베일리), Woochan (우찬), and Youngseo (영서). Some of the members already have notable recognition. Bailey, for instance, won the Arena Awards in 2019; Annie is known as the granddaughter of the chairman of the Samsung Group; Woochan was originally set to debut with the now-cancelled group Trainee A, and Youngseo was originally set to debut as a member of ILLIT (아일릿). Lee Chae-won (이채원), known by his stage name Tarzzan, began his career as a model, debuting at the 2022 Seoul Fashion Week. He previously worked under YG Entertainment's subsidiary YGKPLUS. He made his first appearance in the music industry through NJZ's (엔제이지) 'Supernatural' music video. Following the news of his debut, Tarzzan sparked debate with his appearance and stage name. Netizens are questioning why the soon-to-debut idol is allowed to maintain his cornrow hairstyle, arguing that it's cultural appropriation. Many also find his 'Tarzzan' stage name offensive, lamenting that it's a mockery towards African-Americans. What was meant to be a promising debut is now facing early backlash. Criticism and controversy have quickly taken over the conversation, and fans fear this might overshadow their official debut on 23rd June (Monday). Some also worry it could hurt the group's future in the long run. What are your thoughts on this? Sources: Koreaboo, Kprofiles Zaima Humaria contributed to this article What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Malay Mail
11 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Game on: ‘Squid Game' wraps with killer challenges and major reveals about its future
KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 — Anticipation for the final season of the popular South Korean series Squid Game continues to build, as audiences worldwide eagerly await the conclusion of this global phenomenon that began in 2021. Ahead of its worldwide release, a press conference was held where the cast talked about how their characters evolve this season. Lee Jung-jae, who plays the lead character Seong Gi-hun, also known as Player 456, spoke about how the character is deeply affected by guilt and despair after witnessing the death of his friend and failing to save many players in Season 2. 'At first, Gi-hun wants to return to the game to punish those behind it and save the players. 'But now, the question is, what is left for Gi-hun? What is he capable of, and what should he do next? He will have to make a decision that defines what he truly needs to do. 'Viewers will get to see Gi-hun's character progress from that point forward,' added Jung-jae. Lee Byung-hun, who portrays the infamous Frontman, said the showdown between his character and Gi-hun will be a major turning point. 'Gi-hun, driven by his beliefs and values, is determined to dismantle the system. 'Meanwhile, the Frontman will act according to his own plans.' Byung-hun explained that if Seasons 2 and 3 are seen as one continuous narrative, the true climax happens in Season 3. He added that it will be extremely dramatic and intense, marking the real conflict and showdown between Gi-hun and the Frontman. Wi Ha-joon, who plays Hwang Jun-ho, shared that his character will continue his search for the island where the games take place. Reflecting on the events at the end of Season 2, he hopes his character will finally be able to reunite with his older brother, the Frontman. Part of the 'Squid Game' cast at the TUDUM Netflix event. — Picture courtesy of Netflix A glimpse of this season's games As audiences have seen in previous seasons of Squid Game with iconic challenges like Red Light, Green Light, and Dalgona, director Hwang Dong-hyuk confirmed that the upcoming season will introduce several new games, and offered a glimpse of what's to come. 'In the trailer, you probably noticed the jump rope rotating high above a bridge, where some participants fall as the rope reaches them — that's one of the new games you'll see in Season 3,' he said. He also mentioned a maze-like setting where participants wear blue and red vests. 'It's similar to hide-and-seek, but with a twist. 'It combines different elements, making it an exciting and unpredictable game.' According to the director himself, the new games are inspired by childhood games many people grew up playing, but with added twists to raise the stakes. He also teased that there are more games not shown in the trailer, which will be revealed in the final season. The fate of the Squid Game franchise Hwang stated that there are currently no plans for Season 4, explaining that this was a mutual decision made with Netflix during the development of Season 3. 'I think when you watch Season 3, you might feel that we don't need another season,' he said. When asked whether he would ever return to the world of Squid Game, Hwang replied, 'I'm not saying no to that.' He revealed that if the opportunity arises, he is open to the idea of a spin-off or prequel set in the Squid Game universe. 'As the creator and writer, I get curious myself, wondering what these characters were doing over the years. 'I want to explore that,' he shared. 'Whether it's a spin-off or a prequel, I can't wait until we get to see it,' he said. Final thoughts It took about six years to make Squid Game, and the series is finally coming to an end. 'Everyone wants a successful career and to achieve their dreams, but nobody expected this level of success from one project. 'This is truly a miracle unfolding before me,' said Hwang. 'I hope all the audience will see that the untied knots from Season 2 are tied up in Season 3. As this is the finale, he hopes people will feel it is a fitting conclusion that does Squid Game justice. Only days away, you can catch the final season of Squid Game on June 27 for one last game.
