I.O.I has officially launched its long-awaited reunion activities for the 10th anniversary. Jeon So Mi shared a video on social media showing all nine members together. The clip revealed Lim Na Young, Kim Chung Ha, Kim Se Jeong, and Jung Chae Yeon. Kim So Hye, Yoo Yeon Jung, Choi Yoo Jung, and Kim Do Yeon also appeared. Consequently, these reunion activities mark the first full group gathering since their disbandment in 2017. The members practiced choreography for their hit track Very Very Very in the video.
I.O.I originally debuted as a project group through Mnet’s Produce 101 survival show. The group promoted actively from May 2016 until January 2017. They then officially disbanded as planned after their contract ended. Therefore, this 10th anniversary reunion activities have generated enormous excitement among fans worldwide. The group will release a special mini album titled I.O.I : LOOP. The pre-release track Goodbye With A Smile (Recorded in 2016) dropped on May 4 at 6 PM KST. This song remained unreleased since its original recording in 2016. The title track Suddenly will follow on May 19.
These reunion activities also include an Asia tour with multiple concert dates. The group will perform three days at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul. The concerts run from May 29 to May 31. Nine members will participate in this reunion, excluding Kwon Eun-bi and Kang Mi-na. Consequently, their absence explains why Jeon So Mi’s video did not include them. Fans have expressed overwhelming support for the comeback on social media platforms. Industry observers note that project group reunions remain rare in K-pop history. Nevertheless, I.O.I has maintained strong fandom loyalty over the past decade.
The reunion activities demonstrate the lasting impact of Produce 101 on K-pop culture. Many successful soloists and group members emerged from that show. Kim Chung Ha built a thriving solo career after I.O.I ended. Kim Se Jeong became a star actress and singer. Their participation in these reunion activities shows their bond remains strong despite busy schedules. The group originally promised fans a 10th anniversary reunion after disbandment. Now they are fulfilling that promise with tangible results. Ticket demand for the Seoul concerts will likely be extremely high. The Asia tour dates beyond Seoul have not been announced yet. Fans across the region eagerly await further details.
Looking ahead, these reunion activities may inspire other disbanded project groups to reunite. The K-pop industry often treats such reunions as special events rather than permanent comebacks. However, I.O.I’s approach includes new music and a tour. This sets a precedent for meaningful anniversary celebrations. The nine members coordinated their schedules across different agencies. That logistical achievement alone deserves recognition. As the May 19 album release approaches, promotional activities will intensify. The reunion activities will culminate in the Seoul concerts at month’s end. For now, fans continue sharing the rehearsal video across social media. The excitement proves that I.O.I remains a beloved part of K-pop history.
