H.O.T. is reassembling to prepare for their upcoming concert in October, and that is their only focus.

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Many people are looking forward to H.O.T.’s highly anticipated reunion concert at the Olympic Stadium in Seoul from October 13 to 14. Especially considering that it will be the group’s first performance in 17 years with their last performance occurring in 2001. Although the members have not been together to perform for years, their reputation and popularity are still going strong.

Earlier this year in February, the members joined forces for a special performance on “Infinite Challenge,” which drew a lot of attention. Given the news of their concert, many have had expectations that the group would appear on entertainment programs together. However, H.O.T. has clarified that this will not be the case.

The group does not intend to appear on different shows or conduct interviews. Clarifying the decision, the group explained that it is not necessary to promote concerts by appearing on TV programs. Moreover, since the some of the members are signed to different agencies, a lot of coordination that would go into making multiple appearances and interviews. As such, this time around, the group plans to only have official performances.

An official representative of the group said that “there’s a lot of offers” but that they do not plan to accept them. Fans will only be able to see the group during concerts and the like. However, while some may be disappointed by not seeing H.O.T. on different programs, they can look forward to a great performance. Currently, all the members are focusing on preparing for their two-day concert.

Meanwhile, SM Entertainment created and debuted H.O.T. in 1996. Further, the success formula of the first-generation K-pop group became a model that is still followed today.

 

 

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Translated by O.C

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