Why Are Fans Upset About How FANTAGIO Manages LUN8?

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FANTAGIO has a newest boy group called LUN8, but fans are frustrated over how the company manages them. Despite their promising debut in 2023, many believe the rookie artists aren't receiving the support they need to thrive in a competitive industry.

The group's fans, collectively called LUV8, argue that FANTAGIO’s handling of LUN8 hinders their potential. So, what exactly is fueling these complaints, and what do fans want to see change? Let’s break down the key reasons behind the backlash.

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About FANTAGIO and Its Newest Boy Group LUN8

FANTAGIO is one of the small yet popular entertainment companies in South Korea. Na ByeongJun originally founded the agency in 2008 as N.O.A Entertainment then changed it to its current name in June 2011. Its business name combines the words “fantasy” and “origin.”

In 2023, FANTAGIO launched a new boy group with eight members, called LUN8. The original lineup of members includes ChaEl, JinSu, Takuma, JunWoo, Ian, DoHyun, Ji EunHo, and EunSeop. They debuted on June 15 with the mini-album “Continue?”

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Five months later, the group’s first sub-unit, LUN8wave, debuted with the digital single “Playground.” The unit comprises Takuma, DoHyun, EunSeop, JunWoo, and Ji EunHo.

LUN8 is the second boy group of FANTAGIO and the first in seven years since ASTRO in 2013. Also, they are the agency’s third idol group, following ASTRO and Weki Meki.