Former IZ*ONE member Honda Hitomi is set to return to the K-pop scene with Kim Jae Joong’s new girl group, SAY MY NAME. The news comes after rumors of the idol’s comeback under inKODE Entertainment began circulating online.
The rumors were later quashed on September 13, when SAY MY NAME revealed Hitomi as the seventh and final member of the lineup. In a colorful teaser video, Hitomi left fans breathless with her cute visuals and aura.
Watch the full teaser here:
Fans reacted enthusiastically to the idol’s clip:
- “It’s crazy, Hi-chan is here and it’s awesome! Hi-chan, welcome and thank you for coming back!”
- “Oh my God, I can’t believe the Queen is making her debut again!”
- “I was expecting it because it had been rumored for a while, but I’m really happy that it was revealed this way.”
IZ*ONE disbanded in 2021, leaving Hitomi and the other members to go their separate ways. In Hitomi’s case, the idol continued her career in the J-pop girl group AKB48. Hitomi later graduated from the group, raising questions about her career.
(Photo: Hitomi (News1))
(Photo: Mnet)
In addition to Hitomi, SAY MY NAME also includes members Mei, Soha, Dohee, Kanny, Junhwi, and Seungjoo. The group is scheduled to debut in October 2024.
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Written by Israel Monte
