ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) member Sung Hanbin is proving he's got top-notch MC skills! On July 4th, he appeared as the storyteller for the live broadcast of Mnet's 'I-LAND 2: FINAL COUNTDOWN', celebrating the debut of the new group, IZNA.

As the storyteller for part 2 of 'I-LAND 2', Sung Hanbin has been guiding the show's narrative and connecting the I-Mates and I-Landers. Being a former contestant on 'Boys Planet', which launched his career, he serves as a role model and supportive senior to the I-Landers.

Sung Hanbin's polished hosting, trustworthy voice, excellent delivery, and narrative skills have earned him much praise. He's also the main MC of Mnet's 'M Countdown', where his deep love for K-POP shines through.

On this day, Sung Hanbin debuted a new ash-colored hairstyle. Fellow ZEROBASEONE members Zhang Hao, Kim Tae Rae, and Han Yu Jin also showed off bold new hairstyles at the final event.

ZEROBASEONE is excelling as '5th generation icons' both in Korea and internationally. They became the first K-POP group to achieve 'million-seller' status with three consecutive albums released within a day of their debut album. They officially debuted in Japan with their first single 'ゆらゆら -運命の花-' in March and ranked first in sales among K-POP artists in the first half of the year.

Riding on their global popularity, ZEROBASEONE will start their first overseas tour, '2024 ZEROBASEONE THE FIRST TOUR', in Seoul from September 20-22, visiting eight cities worldwide.

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ENHYPEN's Jungwon has finally addressed the rumors about his alleged relationship with aespa's Winter and also cleared up speculation about whether he smokes.

On December 11, rumors started circulating online, claiming that Jungwon and Winter were seen on a late-night date, with their faces covered by hats and masks. An online user, known as A, shared the story and photos, even claiming that Winter took a taxi and Jungwon followed her. The rumor quickly gained attention across social media.

However, after the post went viral, the user deleted it following backlash from fans. Both agencies involved quickly denied the rumors, with SM Entertainment, Winter’s agency, calling the dating rumors "false" and adding that the person behind the photos had tried to profit from spreading lies. They also vowed to take legal action against the spread of malicious rumors.

Jungwon’s agency, BELIFT LAB, also released a statement, stating that the dating rumors were untrue and that they would take legal action against anyone invading the privacy of their artists.

The following day, Jungwon went live on a fan platform to reassure his fans, clearly shutting down the rumors. He said, "Someone commented asking if I’m dating, but I’m not dating. They also asked if I smoke, but I don’t smoke. I don’t know how they’re going to handle this, but I’m not dating, and I don’t smoke. It’s ridiculous."

Jungwon’s strong words put the dating rumors to rest, and fans are relieved to hear his side of the story.

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