Kim Jiwoong Announces Future Plans for ZEROBASEONE Activities
Kim Jiwoong Announces Changes to ZEROBASEONE Activities Due to Acting Schedule
ZEROBASEONE member Kim Jiwoong has announced changes to his future group activities as he continues balancing his career as both an idol and an actor.
On July 28, 2026, Kim Jiwoong’s agency NEST Management released an official statement regarding his participation in upcoming ZEROBASEONE schedules. The agency explained that due to previously confirmed acting projects, Kim Jiwoong may be unable to participate in some group activities for the time being.
Kim Jiwoong to Balance Idol and Acting Activities
According to NEST Management, Kim Jiwoong has been actively participating in both ZEROBASEONE promotions and acting projects.
The agency stated that it has continuously worked to coordinate schedules so that he could fulfill both responsibilities. However, due to conflicts with previously scheduled acting commitments, some adjustments to his participation in group activities have become necessary.
The agency also emphasized that it will continue supporting Kim Jiwoong so he can continue showing his strengths in both areas.
Partial Absence From Upcoming ZEROBASEONE Activities
Following the announcement, it was confirmed that Kim Jiwoong will not participate in the upcoming 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer.
The remaining four members of ZEROBASEONE are scheduled to perform at the event without him.
However, this announcement does not mean that Kim Jiwoong is leaving ZEROBASEONE. He will continue his activities as a member of the group, with participation adjusted depending on his acting schedule.
ZEROBASEONE Continues as a Five-Member Group
Earlier in 2026, ZEROBASEONE officially announced that Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Seok Matthew, Kim Taerae, and Park Gunwook would continue group activities together as a five-member lineup.
Following the end of the original project period, four members — Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin, and Han Yujin — moved on to new individual activities, while the five members continued the ZEROBASEONE name.
Kim Jiwoong remains part of the group's current lineup while expanding his career through acting opportunities.
Kim Jiwoong's Growing Career Beyond Music
Since debuting as a member of ZEROBASEONE through Mnet's survival show "Boys Planet," Kim Jiwoong has gained attention not only as a singer but also as an actor.
His continued expansion into acting reflects his efforts to build a broader career while maintaining his position within ZEROBASEONE.
Looking Ahead
Fans are now looking forward to seeing Kim Jiwoong continue both his group activities and acting projects.
While his participation in some ZEROBASEONE schedules may vary due to his acting commitments, the agency has confirmed that he will continue working in both fields.
Final Thoughts
Kim Jiwoong will continue his activities as a member of ZEROBASEONE while balancing his acting career.
Although he may be absent from some group schedules due to previously confirmed acting projects, there has been no announcement regarding his departure from the group. Instead, the focus remains on supporting his growth as both an idol and actor.