The Next Big K-Pop Rookies of 2026

2026 is shaping up to be the most CHAOTIC year for K-Pop debuts ever. From rookie groups already facing career-ending scandals to highly anticipated debuts from the biggest agencies, this year has it all. But which groups will actually survive the controversy and which ones are already doomed? We're breaking down EVERY major K-Pop group debuting in 2026, including LNGSHOT's shocking Tory Lanez controversy, ALPHA DRIVE ONE's multiple scandals before they even hit the stage, HYBE's Prelude facing massive boycott threats over Samara's problematic past, SM Entertainment's SMTR25 getting dragged for their Girls' Generation cover, and the mystery groups from YG Entertainment that have fans buzzing. From C9 Entertainment's NAZE (yes, that's really their name) to the survival show groups like YUHZ and H//PE Princess, we're covering which rookies are making noise for the right reasons and which ones are spiraling before they've even begun. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS: Which rookie group are you most excited for? Which controversy do you think is the worst? Let me know! 👍 LIKE this video if you want more 2026 K-Pop coverage 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for daily K-Pop news and updates 📲 FOLLOW on social media for breaking news #kpop #kpopnews #KOOKIELIT