[Exclusive]CRAVITY: "'AAA 2025' was a feeling of blessing and reward for hard work" [Interview ①]

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"Let's not lose our original intention."

This is the phrase that CRAVITY (Serim, Alan, Jung-mo, Woo-bin, Won-jin, Min-hee, Hyeong-jun, Tae-young, Sung-min), now entering their seventh year since debut, kept reflecting on throughout their recent activities. Having grown step by step, they did not settle for familiarity but revisited their initial longing. With a solid teamwork built over a long period, CRAVITY, ready to open a new chapter, is preparing for another leap forward.

Debuting in April 2020, CRAVITY has consistently showcased original concepts, diverse live performances, and high-quality stage performances, earning both the titles "Vocal Vity" and "Performance Vity." While establishing the group's identity, they have continued their staircase-style growth.

Released on their fifth anniversary last year through bold rebranding, their second full album "Dare to Crave" presented a music world expanded one step further. All members participated in songwriting and composition, filling the album with 12 tracks. The album revealed not only the group's unique color but also each member's solidly built capabilities. They topped music shows with two crowns using the title track "SET NET G0?!" and proved their presence on stage through their solo concert "Dare to Crave."

On December 6 last year, CRAVITY was honored with the "AAA Icon" award at the "10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards 2025" (10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards 2025, hereinafter "AAA 2025") held at Kaohsiung National Stadium.

-You received the "AAA Icon" award at "AAA 2025." What were your impressions of attending?

▶Won-jin=It was truly happy just to be on the same stage with artists I have always admired. Kaohsiung National Stadium was the largest stage I have performed on since debut, so it remains especially memorable in my mind. I felt that the opportunity to stand on such a grand stage itself was a blessing, and that made my desire to perform even better grow stronger.

▶Hyeong-jun=2025 was a year where we ran very busy, along with rebranding. Receiving an award at the ceremony gave me the feeling that our efforts were rewarded, and it became the motivation to be more active in the future. It seems we were able to successfully conclude our comeback activities by drawing energy from that.

-CRAVITY is a group with strong stage presence, as evidenced by the title "Performance Vity." Were the stages from "AAA 2025" to "ACON 2025" satisfying?

▶Min-hee=The "AAA 2025" stage had a cowboy concept reminiscent of Western films, and having a clear theme definitely allowed for deeper immersion. There were choreographies that looked like aiming guns, and I remember it being so fun even during preparation.

▶Hyeong-jun=We prepared with the expectation that fans would enjoy it, as it was a stage that could only be shown at award ceremonies. Since it was a 360-degree rotating stage, we paid attention to detailed parts like movement paths and direction changes so we could make eye contact and connect with more people.

-Was there any artist at "AAA 2025" that you remember most?

▶Sung-min=I really enjoyed watching Netflix's "Lovely Runner" last year. Seeing senior artists IU and Park Bo-gum up close was fascinating, as it felt like "Ae-soon" and "Gwan-sik" were right in front of my eyes.

▶Hyeong-jun=I really wanted to meet senior artist Hye-ri. I remember watching legendary scenes from "Real Men" on TV when I was a student, and after seeing the "Angtal Challenge," I thought, "She is still amazing."

-Alan took on the role of MC at "ACON 2025" and performed well. What were your impressions?

▶Alan=The members probably saw it from backstage, but it was actually comfortable because I wasn't in their line of sight. In fact, I had worries that performing or hosting in front of the members would make me more nervous.

Hosting was truly a good experience. Especially since my family came to the venue and brightened the spot, I think my father must have been proud seeing so many fans cheering for me. It remains a proud memory that I did well in my own way.

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