'Excluding Kang Daniel and Lee Gwan-rin,' Wanna One's 9 Members Confirmed for 'KCON LA'

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Group Wanna One will take the stage at 'KCON LA.'

According to CJ ENM on the 7th, 'KCON LA 2026,' scheduled to be held for three days from August 14 to 16 (local time) at the Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena, has finalized its artist lineup.

First, Wanna One, which left a brilliant record and generated significant buzz in K-POP history, has confirmed their appearance on the first day of 'KCON LA 2026,' August 14, and are preparing a special performance. For Wanna One, who will return to the KCON stage for the first time in nine years since appearing there in 2017, KCON LA holds special significance as it was the stage where they first met their global fanbase, Wannable, shortly after their debut. This special performance is expected to be presented by the nine members, excluding Kang Daniel, who is currently serving in the military, and Lee Gwan-rin, who is active as a film director in China. As members who have longed for the same stage for a long time have gathered with one heart despite busy schedules to prepare, expectations are high that they will deliver unforgettable moments for fans who waited.

In addition, global girl group Cosmosy (cosmosy), which is expanding its presence with a differentiated concept, has also been added to the final artist lineup and is expected to bring fresh energy to 'KCON LA 2026.'

The 'M COUNTDOWN' stage will meet global fans with an even richer concert experience. NCT 127 (NCT 127), ZEROBASEONE, and TOMORROW X TOGETHER will serve as daily headliners for 'KCON LA 2026,' each presenting a stage lasting about one hour to heat up the night in Los Angeles. Additionally, before the main performance, a pre-show featuring next-generation rookie artists is scheduled to take place to build excitement on-site first.

Special stages prepared exclusively for KCON have also been announced. From a special stage by Mnet 'M Countdown' MCs So Jeong-hwan, Park Geon-wook, and Gyehoon (also known as Oisobak), to special cover performances by ZEROBASEONE's Kim Tae-rae, MEOVV, and ALPHA DRIVE ONE, along with audience participation performances, the event is expected to deliver the fun of an interactive show that goes beyond simple concerts.

Additionally, on 'DREAM STAGE,' stages featuring NCT 127's "Hero (Kick It)," ILLIT's "It's Me," and TOMORROW X TOGETHER's "I'll See You There Tomorrow" will be presented.

In particular, K-content and K-lifestyle stars previously announced, including actors Park Eun-bin, Lee Jun-hyuk, and Lee Sang-hun, as well as chef Edward Lee, are expected to join the event to complete the diverse entertainment unique to 'KCON LA 2026.'

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