Chapter 3: Unveiling the First Members
Monday morning arrived, a day many fans across the world had been eagerly anticipating. Starlight Music, one of the largest and most influential entertainment companies in South Korea, had finally started the long-awaited member reveal for their upcoming boy group, COSMIX. The energy across social media was palpable, with thousands of fans speculating on who would be the first member introduced to the world. When the announcement came, it hit like a tidal wave.
The first member was none other than Han Seojin. Born in 2006, Seojin was already a familiar face to many. Having appeared in various trainee showcases, he was known for his sharp dance moves, charming visuals, and intense stage presence. Starlight Music posted a detailed profile on COSMIX's official Instagram, complete with a series of sleek, professionally taken photos and a short introduction video. The profile read:
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Name: Han Seojin
Birthdate: April 15, 2006
Position: Lead Dancer, Lead Vocalist
Nationality: Korean
Languages:Korean, Basic English
Training Period: 5 years
Skills: Contemporary Dance, Vocals, Acrobatics
Fun Fact:Seojin is a certified black belt in Taekwondo and enjoys painting in his free time.
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Seojin's reveal exploded across social media platforms. Within minutes, his name started trending on Twitt, first in Korea and then globally. Fans were in awe of his visuals and mesmerized by his confident presence in the teaser video Starlight Music had uploaded on WeTube.
By the end of the day, COSMIX's G-gram following had surged to an astronomical 230K, their WeTube channel had hit 210K subscribers, and their Twitt page was soaring with 287K followers. COSMIX had not only trended in Korea but also in Singapore, Japan, and even the US. Fans were buzzing with excitement, unable to contain their enthusiasm for what was to come.
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Seojin sat in his dorm room, his heart pounding as he scrolled through his phone. Notifications were popping up faster than he could read them. His name was everywhere. His face was everywhere. It was surreal.
For five years, Seojin had trained tirelessly under Starlight Music, dreaming of this exact moment. But now that it was here, it felt overwhelming. He had imagined this day so many times, but nothing could have prepared him for the magnitude of the response. Seeing his name trend alongside global stars, he felt a mix of pride and pressure.
"They're expecting a lot from us," Seojin thought as he turned off his phone, trying to focus on his upcoming practice session. "I have to live up to their expectations."
He took a deep breath and reminded himself of all the hard work he had put in. This was only the beginning, and COSMIX had much more to show the world.
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While COSMIX was taking social media by storm, Dream Entertainment was also moving forward with their own plan. That same Monday, they revealed the first member of their debuting group, AERONIX.
The first member to be introduced was the leader, Jaehoon. Unlike COSMIX's explosive following, Dream Entertainment's reveal was quieter but still significant for a smaller agency. Jaehoon's introduction also included a profile on AERONIX's official Instagram, along with a video teaser showcasing his leadership qualities and his fluency in both Korean and English, a skill that would surely help AERONIX connect with international fans.
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Name: Kang Jaehoon
Birthdate: March 2, 2005
Position: Leader, Lead Vocalist
Nationality: Korean
Languages: Korean, Fluent English
Training Period: 4 years
Skills: Vocals, Songwriting, Guitar
Fun Fact: Jaehoon lived in Canada for two years and enjoys writing lyrics in his spare time.
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Despite being a smaller agency, Dream Entertainment's efforts began to pay off. Within 8 hours of Jaehoon's reveal, AERONIX's G-gram following jumped to 10K, their WeTube channel surged to 21K subscribers, and their Twitt page saw a steady increase, reaching 11K followers within 24 hours. Though their numbers didn't rival COSMIX's, the growth was encouraging, and the positive response to Jaehoon's introduction left the company feeling optimistic.
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Jaehoon stood in front of the mirror, staring at his reflection as the rest of the AERONIX members gathered around him. His profile had been live for hours now, and the numbers were climbing. His mind, however, wasn't on the follower count or the comments. His focus was on the team standing with him, on making sure they were all prepared for what was to come.
"We're not here for numbers," Jaehoon reminded them. "We're here to show what we can do."
Mr. Lee, their choreographer, clapped his hands, signaling the start of their next round of practice. "Let's go again," he said sternly. "From the top!"
The boys moved into position, their bodies exhausted but their spirits high. This was what they had worked for. The grind, the sweat, the late nights—this was where it would all pay off.
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As both AERONIX and COSMIX navigated the early days of their reveals, the industry took notice. One group in particular, the veteran boy group Radiant, watched closely. Known as one of the most successful boy groups in K-pop, Radiant consisted of seven members under Aurora Entertainment, a mid-sized agency that had become a powerhouse thanks to their international appeal.
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Radiant Profile:
Name: Radiant
Agency: Aurora Entertainment
Debut Year: 2017
Members:
1. Seo Jinhyuk (Leader, Lead Vocalist)
2. Lee Taeyang (Main Dancer)
3. Choi Yoonsoo (Main Vocalist)
4. Kim Jihoon (Lead Rapper)
5. Park Hyunwoo (Vocalist, Sub Rapper)
6. Na Jisoo (Main Rapper, Vocalist)
7. Oh Minjae (Visual, Sub Vocalist)
Radiant had achieved global popularity, with their albums topping charts in Korea, Japan, and the US. Their energetic performances and versatile music made them one of the most respected acts in the industry. Now, with two new groups preparing to debut, Radiant watched with curiosity and excitement.
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Jinhyuk scrolled through his phone, watching the teaser videos for both COSMIX and AERONIX. As the leader of Radiant, he knew all too well what it felt like to be in their shoes. The anxiety, the pressure, the overwhelming desire to succeed—it was a lot for any trainee, let alone those preparing to debut in an industry as cutthroat as K-pop.
"COSMIX is going to make waves," Jinhyuk thought as he watched Seojin's teaser. The kid had undeniable charisma, and it was clear why Starlight had chosen him as the first member to be revealed. "But AERONIX has something special too," he mused, impressed by Jaehoon's leadership presence and his effortless bilingualism.
Turning to his group members, who were lounging in their studio, Jinhyuk asked, "What do you guys think? COSMIX or AERONIX?"
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Yoonsoo glanced up from his phone, where he had just finished watching Jaehoon's teaser. "AERONIX is interesting," he said. "Their leader is strong, and the group seems like they'll have a solid international appeal, especially with Jaehoon speaking English fluently."
He thought back to Radiant's early days, remembering how difficult it had been to break into the international market. Having a bilingual leader would definitely give AERONIX an edge in connecting with global fans.
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Jihoon, on the other hand, was more impressed by COSMIX. "Starlight always knows how to build hype," he said, leaning back in his chair. "Seojin is going to be a fan favorite for sure. The kid can dance, and he's got the visuals."
He grinned, thinking about the inevitable competition between the two groups. "It's going to be interesting to see how this plays out. Both groups have potential."
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Back in the AERONIX practice room, the atmosphere was serious. Mr. Lee, their choreographer, was pushing the boys harder than ever. Each move had to be perfect, every formation in sync. There was no room for error.
Jaehoon wiped the sweat from his brow, his muscles aching from the hours of practice. But he didn't complain. None of them did. They had come too far to let fatigue stop them now.
"You've got this," Jaehoon said to his members as they regrouped in front of the mirror. "We're going to show them what we're made of."
Mr. Lee clapped his hands, signaling the start of the next round. "Again," he said, his voice firm but encouraging. "Remember, you're not just trainees anymore. You're about to debut. Own the stage."
As the music started, the boys threw themselves into the routine, their eyes locked on their reflections in the mirror. Each mistake was met with a correction, each success with a nod of approval from Mr. Lee. Slowly but surely, they were becoming the group they had always dreamed of being.
And as they danced, the world watched, waiting to see which group would rise to the top. The battle between COSMIX and AERONIX had only just begun.