7 K-Pop Groups That Disbanded In 2020

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Every year there are many K-Pop groups that unfortunately disbanded for various reasons. While some it might because of the expiration of the contract, other unfortunate reasons such as financial issues of the agency had also caused many K-Pop idols to take a toll.

Many know that because of the worldwide pandemic, economy is not looking on the bright side no matter which part of the world you were at.

With that being said, Kpopmap noticed that there were at least 7 groups which had disbanded in 2020. Let's find out who they are.

1. X1

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For those who had watched Mnet "Produce X 101" would know that due to the controversy, X1 ended up disbanding. While it was an unfortunate incident, it was definitely not an easy decision to make among the members too.

2. NEONPUNCH

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NEONPUNCH had disbanded due to the hardship that their agency was suffering due to the worldwide pandemic. With that being said, many fans were sad to see them go but gave fans another surprised when it was later announced that 3 members would debut again under the group XUM.

3. ANS

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ANS was recognised for their highly synchronized and sharp dancing skills and their disbandment announcement had came as a shock for many.

Due to alleged bullying controversy between HaeNa and the rest of the members, denial, company management issues and more, it was announced that 7 members out of 8 had decided to terminate the contract with their agency.

Fans are hoping that each of the members will be able to continue to follow their dream and see them on stage again.

4. HINAPIA

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HINAPIA's disbandment had caused a shock for many of their fans as they had just debuted not long ago. In addition, it was stated that both the agency as well as the members had come to a mutual agreement.

While it seemed like their disbandment happened peacefully, many fans could not help but already missed the girls.

5. SPECTRUM

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Another company which suffered due to the worldwide pandemic was none other than SPECTRUM. It is definitely one of the reasons which caused their fans to be heartbroken as the disbandment was due to the worsening economic issues.

6. TREI

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While the reason behind their disbandment was not known to fans, the members had took time and wrote down their thoughts to their fans after the termination of the contract with their agency. It was also said that they will be going their own path but also mentioned that they will return on stage one day.

7. 1THE9

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1THE9's disbandment was sort of expected(?) as the boys were formed through the audition program "Under Nineteen". Many would know that after the expiration of their contract, they will return to their original agency.

It was definitely sad for the fans but many hoped that they will see them together on stage one day in the future.