THE BOYZ are writing a fresh chapter! Industry insiders confirmed on June 27, 2025, that their next album drops in mid-July 2025, presenting the group as a nine-member act for the first time. It follows the controversial notice that Ju Haknyeon had been removed over what ONE HUNDRED Label cited as personal issues.
THE BOYZ will reportedly make their comeback in July. pic.twitter.com/m1GMToFrSX
— Kpop Charts (@kchartsmaster) June 27, 2025
Reactions split fast. Supporters applaud the momentum, arguing the team can thrive without Haknyeon. Leader Sangyeon, who enlisted in March, is cheering from afar. However, other fans blast the agency for infuriating silence. Haknyeon insists he never agreed to leave the group, but that the company decided to remove him. The reason? He was spotted alongside former Japanese adult film actress Kirara Asuka in late May, sparking rumors that the pair had been dating. According to ONE HUNDRED, this violated an agreement between the idol and the company.
Ju Haknyeon has officially left The Boyz, and will cease all activities with the group. pic.twitter.com/uvjCFco4pl
— About Music (@AboutMusicYT) June 18, 2025
Despite the messy removal, the comeback is still a reality, with The Boyz sliding into THE BLAZE World Tour. The group will be opening in Seoul on August 8, 2025. before racing through Yokohama, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, and Bangkok. With this, the boy group will enter a new era with 9 members, as Sangeyon completes his military service and the Haknyeon drama keeps unfolding.
