After over three years, GOT7 has returned as a full group, bringing excitement to fans with their album WINTER HEPTAGON and heartfelt interactions through Kakao Entertainment's 1theK original show, IDDP.

On January 20, the members (except Jin Young, who is filming a drama) appeared on the show, where they searched their names online, shared fun stories, and thanked their fans, Agase, for unwavering support over the years. The episode was packed with laughter, candid talks, and even some emotional moments.

During the show, GOT7 opened up about their connection to their former agency, JYP Entertainment. Leader JB expressed their gratitude, saying, "We were born under JYP, and we feel a deep connection. If they wanted, they could have asked for a huge sum to transfer the trademark rights, but instead, they gave it to us at the original amount. We’re really grateful for that."

Mark also shared a sweet fan-related memory, recalling a creative Agase who promoted him during a fan sign event.

The members reminisced about their debut days, sharing hilarious stories about their "dark pasts" and funny behind-the-scenes moments. Their natural banter and close bond after 11 years together made the episode even more enjoyable for fans.

They also read comments from fans about their full-group comeback, joking, "Fans are getting used to us coming together every three years."

In another lighthearted moment, the group teased Jin Young for being the "spoiler king" and even shared a group photo on a live open chat, delighting fans worldwide.

The members expressed heartfelt gratitude, saying, "We hope you’ll look forward to our comeback. A lot of time has passed, but we’re still here with you. We’re growing old together, and we hope we can continue this as we age. All seven of us truly cherish our Agase. Thank you for waiting and loving us."

GOT7’s anniversary album, WINTER HEPTAGON, has been gaining attention for its unique sound and personal touch.

The title track, PYTHON, is a sleek mix of hip-hop and pop melodies, exploring themes of fate. BamBam played a key role in the song’s production, overseeing everything from writing to directing the members during recording.

The album features nine tracks showcasing the members’ individuality while staying true to GOT7’s signature sound. Released with Kakao Entertainment’s support, this project celebrates GOT7’s 11-year journey, cementing their place as global icons.

With their heartfelt words and incredible music, GOT7 has once again proven why they’re loved by Agase all over the world.

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Former JYP Entertainment trainee Song Minyoung recently opened up about her emotional journey as a trainee and how her long-awaited debut was suddenly canceled.

A video titled "Idol Trainee, Working Holiday Traveler, and Teacher Go on a Trip" was uploaded to the YouTube channel GwakTube, where Song Minyoung shared her story.

In the video, GwakTube went on a two-day trip with fellow Koreans he met at a Japanese language school in Hokkaido. One of them was Song Minyoung, who previously appeared on Mnet’s 2015 survival show SIXTEEN—the program that formed TWICE. Back then, she was praised for her amazing vocal skills.

During dinner, GwakTube asked, "Do trainees have to diet a lot? I never thought I’d meet a former JYP trainee here in Japan."

Song Minyoung replied, "I never thought I’d meet GwakTube here either," before adding, "Trainees have to diet a lot. I started dieting when I was in eighth grade. I trained for six years, putting my entire middle and high school life into it."

When asked about the weight requirements, she revealed, "My standard weight was 47kg (103 lbs), but I was once told to lose more, down to 44kg (97 lbs)."

Then, she shared a heartbreaking experience: "Before TWICE debuted, there was already a group called SIXMIX, and six of us were supposed to debut. We had a set debut date, filmed a music video, and even finished recording our songs. But suddenly, everything got canceled."

She continued, "Then, out of nowhere, the company announced they would be launching SIXTEEN. So I participated, but while the others debuted, I was eliminated."

Song Minyoung admitted that the experience left a lasting impact on her: "I worked so hard to never feel ashamed in front of others. I used to believe that if I gave my all, I would succeed. But after going through this, I realized that effort alone isn’t enough. Since then, I haven't been able to put my all into anything again."

Listening to her, GwakTube shared his thoughts: "I’ve had times when I worked really hard, but things didn’t go my way, and times when I didn’t try as hard, yet things worked out. I think luck plays a big role. Hard work is important, but in the end, luck has to be on your side too."

Song Minyoung’s story is touching hearts, as many admire her perseverance despite the challenges she faced.

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