Kim Jaejoongformer K-Pop idol and current CSO of his agency iNKODE, has officially revealed the members of his new boy group, IN THE (IN THE Project). The ten-member lineup combines four competitors from Boys II Planet with six new trainees, signaling a highly anticipated debut.
The confirmed lineup is:
- Top row (left to right): Sena, Hyunmin, Sen, Teru, Taehwan
- from left to right: the right row is: Pur Jinyu, Rukia, Sun Jia, Mano, Mano, Masata
Although the group’s debut attracted considerable attention, some fans expressed concern, especially towards Peng Jinyu. He is said to have posted posts mocking BTS’ Jungkook, criticizing his appearance, behavior and habits, and also conducted offensive polls against aespa and TWICE. Jinyu was eliminated in episode 8 of Boys II Planetand after the show ended, he apologized for his previous actions.
Fans also criticized the group’s promotional photos, citing heavy makeup, excessive use of Photoshop, and a lack of distinctive imagery. Common reactions included:
- The editing looks unnatural, especially around the eyes.
- The makeup is excessive and all members look the same.
- Peng Jinyu? Isn’t he the intern who has already posted hateful comments?
- The photos don’t capture the true charm of Boys II Planet.
Despite these concerns, IN THE is set to debut below Kim Jaejoong’s leadership. With a mix of new talent and experienced competitors, the group faces the challenge of winning the public’s favor by proving itself in a highly competitive market.
While fans await their official debut, the spotlight remains on their performances and how the group will handle early controversies, especially those surrounding Peng Jinyu.
Sources: theqoo, Koreaboo
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