Fans are left feeling frustrated as rumors swirl that The Boyz, under the management of One Hundred Label, may no longer be participating in the upcoming '2025 Seoul Spring Festa.'
Concerned supporters took to online platforms on March 10 to dissect the latest update regarding the highly-anticipated festival scheduled for April 30. The initial lineup featured The Boyz alongside NCT WISH and n.SSign, but a recent revision excluded The Boyz and sparked speculation that their absence might be linked to the ongoing tensions between One Hundred Label and KBS. The event, to be broadcasted on KBS's YouTube channel, KBS Kpop, now only lists NCT WISH and n.SSign.
At the core of the issue lies a dispute between KBS and One Hundred Label, triggered earlier this month. Allegations surfaced that KBS had obstructed One Hundred Label's artist Xiumin from appearing on 'Music Bank' due to clashes with SM Entertainment artists' appearances. One Hundred Label voiced their grievances, claiming that despite efforts to communicate, they were met with silence from KBS.
Fans expressed worry that The Boyz's involvement in Seoul Festa had been affected by this conflict. One supporter lamented, "The Boyz had been a staple at Seoul Festa since 2022, and they were expected to continue their streak this year. It's disheartening that they might miss out due to issues unrelated to them."
Netizens flooded the discussion with mixed reactions:
- "My heart goes out to the fans." - "Strange actions by their new management." - "Unbelievable." - "We stand with The Boyz." - "Hope this is just a rumor."
The swirling controversy leaves supporters questioning the decisions made by One Hundred Label and the impact on The Boyz's future endeavors. The uncertainty surrounding their festival participation adds another layer of concern for fans eagerly anticipating their favorite group's appearance.