{
  "id": 6080893,
  "title": "ZEROBASEONE's Sung Han-bin to make solo debut on Oct. 12",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/zerobaseones-sung-han-bin-to-make-solo-debut-on-oct-12",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-07T01:47:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260907/zerobaseones-sung-han-bin-to-make-solo-debut-on-oct-12"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sung Han-bin, the talented lead of K-pop sensation ZEROBASEONE, is gearing up for a solo career. At the age of 25, the accomplished artist will make his debut as a solo performer on October 12, as announced by his agency, The Live Label. This significant step comes after three years of being part of one of the most successful boy bands in the industry, showcasing whether his individual charisma can measure up to the collective strength of his group. Sung's journey has been marked by his swift ascent in the world of K-pop, a landscape known for its rapid-paced and intense stardom. He gained initial recognition in 2023 on the competitive Mnet reality show Boys Planet, where he ranked second, impressing with his exceptional dance moves and confident vocals. Sung has consistently been the group's central figure, displaying impressive choreography abilities alongside his warm and engaging stage demeanor. His upcoming solo venture unfolds amid a flurry of activities for ZEROBASEONE. The band recently dropped their latest EP, \"Ascend-,\" featuring the single of the same name.",
  "summary": "Sung Han-bin, the calm, magnetic force at the center of the K-pop phenomenon ZEROBASEONE, is preparing to step into the spotlight alone. The 25-year-old performer will make his formal solo debut on Oct. 12, his agency, The Live Label, said Monday. The move marks a pivotal juncture for an artist who has spent the last three years anchored to one of the industry’s most meteoric boy bands, testing…",
  "key_points": [
    "Sung Han-bin, 25, will debut solo on Oct. 12.",
    "Former ZEROBASEONE member makes solo career move.",
    "Agency The Live Label announces his solo debut."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Sung Han-bin's solo debut marks a new chapter in his career, testing whether his individual charm can match the group's success and showcasing his growth beyond his central role in ZEROBASEONE.",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "ZEROBASEONE's Sung Han-bin to make solo debut on Oct. 12",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/zerobaseones-sung-han-bin-to-make-solo-debut-on-oct-12-6082476",
        "published": "2026-09-07T02:07:03.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}