Sung Hanbin and Kim Taerae react to ZEROBASEONE's contract extension possibility: 'Our goal is...'

ZEROBASEONE members reacted positively to the possibility of a contract extension beyond January 2026. Read to know more about it.

By Peuli Bakshi

Updated on Feb 24, 2025 | 05:19 PM IST | 18K

ZEROBASEONE: courtesy of ZEROBASEONE's Instagram

Popular South Korean boy band ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) debuted on July 10, 2023, after being formed through the Mnet reality show Boys Planet. They signed a contract for two years and six months, which is set to expire in January next year. However, their agency, WakeOne, has expressed a desire to extend their activity period, as reported by K-media Daily Sports on February 24.

Following the online buzz created by the news, the boy band members themselves addressed the issue, as reported by K-media Hankook Ilbo on the same day.

The nine members of ZB1—Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Zhang Hao, Seok Matthew, Kim Taerae, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin, Park Gunwook, and Han Yujin—opened up about the issue at a press conference. It was held on the afternoon of February 24 at the Blue Square Mastercard Hall in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

When asked whether they wanted to renew their contract, leader Sung Hanbin said, “We are also talking a lot." Professionally tackling the question, he added, "Our goal is to present a better image and album to those who always support and love us."

He avoided delving into a conversation about the agency's reasoning behind the announcement made earlier today. Instead, he steered the discussion toward a non-controversial angle. According to him, the group's main concern remains that "everyone (the members and fans) heads in a positive direction." He also requested ZEROSE (ZB1's fandom) to "continue to show a lot of interest (in the group) in the future."

Adding to the leader's statement, main vocalist Kim Taerae said, “I am currently very happy working," which might be a positive indication regarding the contract extension issue.

He also expressed his love and gratitude toward his teammates and fans. He said, "I want to tell the members that I am always grateful and that I love them. I want to be with ZEROSE forever."

Since their debut, ZB1 has impressed with their confidence, vocals, and stage presence, steadily gaining popularity. Notably, they boast an impressive streak of four consecutive million-selling albums, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their next musical contributions.