On 6 November, SM Entertainment officially announced the debut of a new Japanese girl group, GPP, revealing the full lineup to the public. The news immediately sparked excitement and curiosity among fans, particularly around one member, Mia, who was previously a trainee under HYBE x Geffen.
Mia’s appearance has reignited discussions about HYBE’s reality competition show, Popstars Academy, which produced the girl group KATSEYE. During the show’s early episodes, several contestants were spotted on screen or in official materials but received little to no airtime. Mia was among these “mystery” contestants, appearing briefly in the first episode but remaining largely unseen by viewers.
Fans on Reddit and other social platforms quickly recognised Mia and expressed excitement over her upcoming debut with SM Entertainment. Discussions also speculated that her limited screen time on Popstars Academy could have been due to preparations for her debut with another company, highlighting the strategic planning often behind idol training and group formations.
Mia’s debut with GPP marks a significant milestone for fans who have followed her journey from the early days of Popstars Academy to finally stepping into the spotlight.