Last year, amid the buzz of survival shows, MLD Entertainment made headlines with its bold announcement to form a new boy group.

In collaboration with Artsro Entertainment, MLD launched "Be The Next: 9 Dreamers," a groundbreaking project aimed at bringing together talents from Korea and the Philippines for a nine-member group expected to conquer both local and international scenes.

After an intense finale, the lineup was revealed: Yunho (from THE KINGDOM), Yohan, Ivan (also from THE KINGDOM), Tehll, Zor, SmileOne, Francis, Gelo, and Dylan. Major excitement surrounded the debut, but the anticipation has quickly turned into uncertainty.

Recent developments point to a potential disbandment before the group even had a chance to shine. Member Zor shared his thoughts on X, expressing gratitude for not having "signed anything" yet, and Yohan—who ranked second overall—hinted at shifting focus to his solo career.

Further complicating the situation, Yunho and Ivan have announced that they'll be rejoining activities with THE KINGDOM under GF Entertainment, casting a dark cloud over the future of the newly formed group.

GF Entertainment officially confirmed this transition, thanking fans for their support and revealing that Yunho and Ivan are set to resume their roles with THE KINGDOM starting the 21st—a clear sign that MLD's boy group plans might be faltering.

The growing concerns about the group's direction follow issues faced by another MLD group, leaving fans wondering if this is just a segment of larger problems brewing within the organization.

As the K-Pop community watches with bated breath, will these budding stars find their way back, or has this promising project already reached its end before truly beginning?