ALPHA DRIVE ONE Shines at 2026 K-Forum with Powerful Performance
Rookie sensation ALPHA DRIVE ONE recently graced the prestigious stage of the ‘2026 K-Forum,’ delivering a spectacular performance that further cemented their status as a rising force in K-Pop. Held on July 9 at the opulent Conrad Seoul Grand Ballroom in Yeouido, Seoul, the event saw the dynamic boy group captivate attendees.
The ‘K-Forum,’ now in its fourth impactful year, serves as a vital platform for luminaries in the K-content and K-brand industries to convene and discuss their vibrant past, thriving present, and exciting future. Hosted by the renowned newspaper Ilgan Sports and weekly magazine The Economist, this year’s theme, ‘Play the K,’ perfectly encapsulated the spirit of innovation and global reach.
ALPHA DRIVE ONE Delivers Hit Tracks & Heartfelt Message
ALPHA DRIVE ONE, who burst onto the scene in January following their formation on Mnet’s highly competitive survival show ‘Boys Planet,’ electrified the audience with powerful renditions of their hit tracks ‘OMG’ and ‘FREAK ALARM.’ The members shared their profound appreciation, stating, “It’s meaningful and we’re grateful to be part of an event that highlights K-content and K-brands.” They also eloquently reiterated the inspiring meaning behind their group name: “‘Alpha’ for our goal to reach the top, ‘Drive’ for our momentum, and ‘One’ for our unity.” They promised fans to “keep striving to be the best,” urging them to “please watch over us.”
Rookie Group Honored with ‘Artist of the Month’ Award
Adding another feather to their already impressive cap, ALPHA DRIVE ONE was proudly presented with an ‘Artist of the Month’ trophy during the forum. This significant accolade is a precursor to the grand ‘2026 Korea Grand Music Awards’ (2026 KGMA) and is uniquely determined by enthusiastic monthly fan votes across four distinct categories: K-pop Group, Solo (Male), Solo (Female), and Rookie.
Their dedication has clearly resonated with fans, as ALPHA DRIVE ONE triumphantly secured the Rookie category award back in January. Proving their individual talent as well, member Sangwon earned the Rookie award for May, showcasing the depth of talent within the group. All eyes are now on the main ‘2026 KGMA’ ceremony, scheduled to dazzle fans on November 7-8 at the iconic Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. This recent recognition at the K-Forum only builds anticipation for what ALPHA DRIVE ONE will achieve next!
