AHOF wins their first music show trophy a week after comeback with 'Pinocchio Hates Lies,' showcasing their strong popularity.
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AHOF won a music program trophy just one week after their comeback. They achieved 1st place on the SBS funE music program 'THE SHOW' aired in Korea on the 11th with the title track 'Pinocchio Hates Lies' from their 2nd mini-album 'The Passage.' Prior to this, in July, they had won their first music program 1st place just one week after debuting with the title track 'Rendezvous' from their debut album 'WHO WE ARE.' With overwhelming scores, they proved their enduring popularity by winning a trophy just a week after their comeback. After the award, AHOF revealed their feelings through their agency F&F Entertainment, stating, 'We didn't expect this, but we are very happy to be able to achieve 1st place right after our comeback. We sincerely thank and love FOHA (AHOF's fans) for coming to support us early in the morning and giving us such a wonderful award.' They continued, 'AHOF was able to reach 1st place so quickly thanks to all of you. We will always do our best to become artists you can be proud of. Please look forward to our future activities.' The momentum of AHOF, who made their comeback on the 4th of this month, is tremendous. They have broken records with 'The Passage,' accelerating their hit status. 'The Passage' recorded 1st place on the HANTEO chart's real-time album chart on the day of release, marking a smooth start. Ultimately, they sold nearly 390,000 copies in the first week, setting a new personal best for initial sales. The title track 'Pinocchio Hates Lies' is also achieving solid results on music charts both domestically and internationally, with the music video surpassing 40 million views.
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AHOF has achieved a remarkable feat by winning first place on 'SHOW CHAMPION' with their title track 'Pinocchio Hates Lies' from their 2nd mini-album 'The Passage'. This victory follows their win on 'THE SHOW', making them champions of two music programs. They expressed gratitude to their fans and all who supported them, promising to continue their efforts in future activities.
On the afternoon of the 12th, MBC MUSIC's SHOW CHAMPION was broadcast live from Gyeonggi-do's Goyang City, where AHOF took 1st place. The show featured various artists including FIFTY FIFTY and TEMPEST. AHOF, returning with their 2nd mini-album 'The Passage,' expressed their desire to surprise fans with new challenges and credited their success to their supporters.
AHOF has released their 2nd mini-album, "The Passage," featuring 5 tracks including the title song "Pinocchio Hates Lies." The album marks their return after 4 months, showcasing their growth and maturity. The title track has topped charts in Korea and 13 countries, reflecting their global appeal and evolution as artists.
"THE SHOW," a popular Korean music program, ended on November 11, 2025, after 14 years on air. The final episode featured emotional farewells from MCs CRAVITY's Hyunjoon, NCT's Xiaojun, and izna's Jeong Sevi, who expressed gratitude to fans and staff. AHOF won the final trophy with their song.
AHOF celebrated the release of their 2nd mini-album "The Passage" at a showcase in Seoul. Members Cha Eung-gi and Seo Jong-woo discussed the album's themes of youth, growth, and authenticity, emphasizing teamwork and their evolution since debut. The title track features a Pinocchio concept, highlighting the struggles of youth and the importance of sincerity.
