ZEROBASEONE Ends Complete 9-Member Activities, Leader Sung Hanbin's Final Letter Touches Hearts

ZEROBASEONE's Final Moment as Complete 9-Member Group

The idol group ZEROBASEONE has reached a historic moment marking the end of their complete group activities. On December 15th, 2024, they held the 'World Tour HERE&NOW Encore' concert at the Olympic Gymnastics Arena in Olympic Park, Seoul, which became the final stage with all 9 members together.

This concert holds special significance beyond being a simple performance in ZEROBASEONE's history. Since their formation through Mnet's global audition program 'Boys Planet' in 2023, this marks the first time the complete 9-member group is stepping off the stage. Both the fans and members who attended this concert deeply acknowledged the meaning of this conclusion.

The emotions of the final stage reached their peak through the last song 'Not Alone.' The members couldn't contain their emotions while performing this song and shed tears, which also moved the fans to cry together. In the next section, we'll take a closer look at the special meaning of this song and the members' thoughts.

The Journey of ZEROBASEONE Contained in 'Not Alone'

'Not Alone,' chosen as the final song of the concert, is a meaningful piece that runs through ZEROBASEONE's entire history. Member Kim Gyubin expressed, "This is the first time this song is being performed at a concert, and many memories come to mind," revealing that this song transcends being a new track and embodies the group's memories and emotions.

Leader Sung Hanbin explained the true meaning of this song more specifically. He stated, "This song is truly meaningful to us" and revealed, "It was the last song we sang during our dark trainee days before debut." In other words, 'Not Alone' was a song that accompanied ZEROBASEONE during their most difficult period before debut, and it was an important piece of music where members felt unity and solidarity. Sung Hanbin added, "Seeing the ZERODAS (fandom name) crying made it even more overwhelming," expressing the depth of emotions shared with the fans.

Hao also revealed special feelings toward this song. He said, "It feels like a gift since we saved it to show until the encore concert," conveying that being able to perform this song on this final stage was a gift to both fans and members alike. These song meanings and the members' emotional expressions demonstrate how deep an emotional bond ZEROBASEONE had formed with their fans. In the next section, we'll discuss ZEROBASEONE's structural changes and future plans.

Group Changes and Member Transitions: A New Beginning

ZEROBASEONE's 9-member complete activities will officially end on December 16th, 2024. This marks a structural turning point for a group that has operated as a complete team for just over a year. Rather than disbanding, the group is transitioning in a way where members each pursue their own paths.

The new system divides into two streams. First, five members including Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Suk Matthew, Kim Taerae, and Park Gunwook plan to continue activities under the ZEROBASEONE name. This can be seen as maintaining the group's identity while preparing for a new beginning. The 5-member system is likely to have different musical and activity directions compared to the previous 9-member complete group.

Meanwhile, the remaining four members including Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyubin, and Han Yujin plan to return to their respective agencies to pursue individual activities. Based on the experience and fandom they've built through ZEROBASEONE, they are expected to begin new careers through solo activities or as members of other project groups. This change is also the destiny of a temporary group formed through the global project Boys Planet. In the next section, we'll examine the emotions between members and future possibilities through the handwritten letter from leader Sung Hanbin.

Leader Sung Hanbin's Heartfelt Handwritten Letter

ZEROBASEONE's leader Sung Hanbin released a handwritten letter addressed to members and fans through official SNS after the final concert. This letter goes beyond simple words of gratitude and contains the complex emotions felt as a leader and deep affection for the team.

In the beginning of the letter, Sung Hanbin expressed regret and frustration about the end of the 9-member complete activities by saying, "This moment that seemed like it would never come has arrived for us." This reveals the gap between the expectation that ZEROBASEONE would become a permanent group and reality. He revealed his honest emotions by saying, "Perhaps that's why this moment feels cruel and regretful," which resonated deeply with fans and members.

In the core part of the letter, Sung Hanbin expressed specific emotions about his members. He said, "Hanbin. Jiwoong. Hao. Matthew. Taerae. Ricky. Gyubin. Gunwook. Yujin. My family-like members. I love you all so much," mentioning each member by name and revealing his love for them. This expression demonstrates that a deep family-like bond was formed beyond simple team activities.

As a leader, Sung Hanbin also honestly confessed his feelings. In the letter, he mentioned "the pressure and responsibility I felt as a leader, affection and trust for the team," and expressed "while writing this, my heart feels complicated and subtle, indescribable emotions pass through." This part reveals his sense of responsibility and dedication in leading the team despite bearing the weight of leadership. In the next section, we'll examine the possibility of reunions and messages of support for members' new beginnings presented by Sung Hanbin.

The Possibility of Reunion and Hope for the Future

The most notable aspect of Sung Hanbin's handwritten letter is that it leaves open the possibility of reunion. He wrote, "On the day when all nine of us gather together again, let's laugh like now and hug each other tightly," which suggests that the end of complete activities may not be a final goodbye.

Additionally, while acknowledging that members will each walk their own paths, Sung Hanbin conveyed messages of support. He said, "No matter what different path I walk compared to now, I will always be the first to cheer from a place close to my heart," promising unconditional support for members' individual activities and new projects. This attitude demonstrates mature leadership that respects each member's individuality and dreams rather than unilaterally leading the team.

Sung Hanbin delivered a message of hope to members and fans. He said, "Let's move forward with our shoulders held high with the memories we built together," emphasizing that the memories made during the activity period will be an asset for the future. Additionally, through the expression "I hope you experience little hardship and walk a path filled with flowers," he revealed his sincere wishes for the happiness of members and fans.

The end of the letter was concluded with Sung Hanbin humbly representing himself. He introduced himself as "Leader Hanbin who, though inexperienced, loved members more than anyone else," conveying the message that while the leadership journey may not have been perfect, he did his best. This expression shows fans Sung Hanbin's sincerity and humility, reflecting the quality of ZEROBASEONE's leadership.

The Meaning of ZEROBASEONE's Activities and the Current State of K-pop Project Groups

The end of ZEROBASEONE's 9-member complete activities goes beyond a simple group change and serves as a case study showing the nature and role of project groups in the K-pop industry overall. ZEROBASEONE, formed through the global audition program Boys Planet, likely had temporary collaboration structures in mind from the beginning.

During their roughly one-year activity period, ZEROBASEONE functioned not as a simple temporary organization but as a genuine team. The deep bonds between members, Sung Hanbin's leadership, and the strong emotional connection with their fandom ZERODAS prove this. This is a positive example showing that project groups can form meaningful musical activities and human relationships. ZEROBASEONE's transition also opens new opportunities for its members. Members continuing in the 5-member system are expected to establish a more focused musical identity, while members transitioning to individual activities will gain an environment where they can reveal their individuality more distinctly. This could be a positive choice for the musical growth and development of all members.

The Meaning of the Final Stage Shared with Fans

The final complete concert was a moment to confirm the emotional bond between ZEROBASEONE and fandom ZERODAS. The tears and emotional exchange that unfolded at the concert venue demonstrated that music is not merely a product but a medium for emotional communication.

Although ZEROBASEONE's 9-member complete activities are concluding, the emotional bond between members and fans is expected to continue. The possibility of reunion revealed in Sung Hanbin's handwritten letter symbolizes the continuity of this emotional connection, and members' individual activities are also expected to be carried out with the support of ZERODAS. This is a good example of how intimate the relationship between fans and artists has become in modern K-pop culture.

While ZEROBASEONE's journey concludes as a 9-member complete group, it is expected to mark a meaningful turning point that draws the line for a new beginning rather than an end. As attention focuses on members' future activities, waiting for the "day when we meet again" promised by Sung Hanbin will also be a joyful role for ZERODAS.

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