In a testament to resilience and persistence, Chinese trainee Yichen is set to make his long-awaited debut in the K-pop industry after participating in an astounding six survival shows over the past f...
In a testament to resilience and persistence, Chinese trainee Yichen is set to make his long-awaited debut in the K-pop industry after participating in an astounding six survival shows over the past five years. This unprecedented achievement has captivated fans and industry insiders alike, highlighting Yichen's unwavering determination to achieve his dream. Yichen's Long Journey to Debut Yichen, whose full name is Zhang Yichen, has been a familiar face on the survival show circuit since 2020. He first appeared on 'Produce X 101' and subsequently participated in 'Youth With You,' 'Idol Producer,' 'We Are Young,' 'Under Nineteen,' and most recently, 'The Next Big Idol.' His persistence paid off when he was announced as a member of the debut lineup for MODyssey , a new boy group under Starship Entertainment , during the final episode of 'The Next Big Idol' on December 27, 2025. The Significance of Yichen's Debut Yichen's journey is significant not only because of his personal tenacity but...