UPDATE: While BTS Jin continues celebrating his 'Echo' album's recognition as the best K-pop album of 2025, the industry welcomes new talent with BOYS II PLANET contestants Chuei Li Yu and Kang Woo Jin officially confirmed to debut as a duo.

FNC Entertainment has finalized plans for the two trainees to launch their careers together, marking a shift from earlier reports. In January, discussions included a potential three-member group featuring Chuei Li Yu, Kang Woo Jin, and Jang Haneum as a BOYS II PLANET spin-off unit.

The confirmation comes as the K-pop industry continues expanding with survival show alumni finding new pathways to debut. BOYS II PLANET, which gave contestants exposure to the competitive idol training process, has now produced its first official debut announcement.

Chuei Li Yu and Kang Woo Jin stood out among their season's participants, earning enough recognition to secure management with FNC Entertainment, home to groups like SF9 and N.Flying. The agency's decision to move forward with a duo format suggests confidence in the pair's chemistry and potential market appeal.

While debut details including timeline, concept, and group name remain under wraps, the announcement provides hope for other survival show contestants seeking debut opportunities. The duo's journey from BOYS II PLANET participants to signed artists demonstrates the lasting impact these competitive programs can have on aspiring idols.

FNC Entertainment has yet to announce specific debut plans, but the confirmation signals active preparation behind the scenes. Fans of the original show will likely follow the duo's progress closely as they transition from trainees to professional performers in the coming months.