Hearts2Hearts: Everything we know about SM Entertainment’s new girl group debuting February 2025

On January 12, 2025, SM Entertainment made waves by unveiling Hearts2Hearts, its latest eight-member girl group, during the SMTOWN Live 2025 concert. The event at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul marked the company’s 30th anniversary, celebrating its legacy and heralding a new chapter for the global K-pop powerhouse.

The announcement of Hearts2Hearts came as a surprise to fans, as this marks SM’s first girl group launch in five years since aespa’s debut in 2020. A teaser video debuting during the concert showcased the group’s theme of connecting with audiences worldwide through heartfelt music and emotional storytelling.

According to the reports published by OSEN, their debut is scheduled for February 24, 2025, and promotions are expected to kick off by the end of January.

The group’s debut also coincides with SM Entertainment’s 30th-anniversary celebrations, symbolizing a bridge between its illustrious history and its forward-thinking future.

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Hearts2Hearts: List of known members

Although SM has not formally introduced the members of Hearts2Hearts, fans have pieced together a preliminary list of names and details based on previous showcases, teasers, and online discussions. Here’s what we know so far:

1) Jooeun:

• Birth Year: 2006
• Nationality: Korean
• Known for her all-rounder abilities in singing, rapping, and dancing. She opened the group’s showcase with a solo performance, drawing comparisons to Seulgi of Red Velvet.

2) Haram:

• Birth Year: 2006
• Nationality: Korean
• Praised for her visuals and believed to be one of the main vocalists, dancers, and visual representatives of the group.

3) Jiwoo:

• Birth Name: Choi Ji-woo
• Birth Year: 2006
• Nationality: Korean
• Trained for six years and stands out for her height (about 170 cm).

4) Carmen:

• Birth Year: 2006
• Nationality: Indonesian
• The first Indonesian idol under SM Entertainment. Trained for 1–2 years and has a background in piano.

5) Yian/Lee An:

• Birth Year: 2007
• Nationality: Chinese
• Rumored to have exceptional potential as a performer.

6) Stella/Dahyun:

• Birth Year: 2007/2008
• Nationality: Korean-Canadian
• Known for her bilingual skills and polished stage presence.

7) Yuna:

• Birth Year: 2008
• Nationality: Japanese
• Praised for her visuals and live singing/rapping skills during showcases.

8) Nayeon:

• Birth Year: 2010
• Nationality: Korean
• The youngest member (maknae)

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Other highlights from the SMTOWN Live 2025 Concert

The two-day SMTOWN Live 2025 extravaganza not only introduced Hearts2Hearts but also showcased SM Entertainment’s male trainee group, SMTR25, as part of its next-generation plans. The concert brought together K-pop legends like TVXQ, Super Junior, and BoA, alongside newer acts such as aespa and RIIZE, creating a blend of nostalgia and innovation.

The event featured cover performances of iconic SM hits and collaborations between artists from different generations. The concert concluded with a unifying performance of Hope from KWANGYA, symbolizing the agency’s commitment to both its legacy and its vision for the future.

With Hearts2Hearts poised to make its official debut next month, SM Entertainment also introduces 25 male trainees under the name of SMTR25. The names and other information of the members are not yet revealed.

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Fans worldwide eagerly await February 24, 2025, when this promising girl group officially enters the scene with their potential debut track, E.O.D. as was seen in the teaser video