Kep1er wins first place on "SHOW CHAMPION" with "Shooting Star" from their 1st full album after comeback in Korea, expressing gratitude to fans.
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After Kep1er's comeback, they won first place for the first time on a music program. They appeared on MBC M and MBC every1's "SHOW CHAMPION" in Korea on the 12th and won first place with the title track "Shooting Star" from their 1st full album "Kep1going On." At the same time as their comeback, Che Yujin said, "We released an album and made a comeback in Korea after a long time. We thank all the fans who waited. We also thank the Kep1ians (fans) who supported us to achieve first place on 'SHOW CHAMPION' for the first time. Thanks to everyone at the company and all the staff, we were able to create a wonderful album. I think this is special for us and for Kep1ians. I am grateful for the happy gift and love." Kim Chehyung said, "This is the first time we have been in first place since 'Up!' activities, but I heard that there are many fans who came to support us from overseas this time. I am grateful to everyone who made it possible for us to shed happy tears today. Thank you for the big gift for the last album we will perform with 9 members." Hyunbin Bahie also expressed his gratitude, saying, "I am really grateful to Kep1ians. I am happy to be able to show the encore stage with 9 members, which I wanted to do." Hikaru Esaki and Shen Shaoting conveyed their thoughts on winning first place to overseas fans in Japanese and Chinese, expressing their love. On this day, Kep1er performed the title track "Shooting Star." Appearing on stage in all white outfits, they captivated the audience with delicate dance lines and charming vocals. In particular, their immersive expressions and gestures left a deep impression on viewers. Kep1er plans to continue their activities for "Kep1going On" on various music programs and contents. Kep1er's live viewing of the final performance in Yokohama on July 15th has been decided! Kep1er, who will be "engaging in the final activities with 9 members," appeared on "THE SHOW" stage with members shedding tears.
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