Remember Gu Yizhou? Girls Planet 999 Viral Trainee Makes Surprise Debut!
K-Pop fans often wonder about the journeys of their favorite trainees from popular survival shows, especially when some groups like I.O.I and WANNA ONE reunite for special activities. As more idols known for their times on survival shows surface and reunite, netizens have sometimes wondered what others who appeared on shows are up to. I.O.I recently reunited, while WANNA ONE is still conducting some reunion activities.
Recently, a K-Pop trainee who was viral during her survival show appearance has become a talking point again. Fans are thrilled to rediscover a familiar face who captivated audiences with her unique charm and talent.
From Girls Planet 999 to Viral Star
In 2021, the survival show Girls Planet 999 began to air, showing the journey of 99 trainees and the creation of the girl group Kep1er. The show introduced viewers to a diverse pool of talent, each vying for a spot in the final lineup.
The show’s trainees were divided into different groups, K-Group, C-Group and the J-Group, based on their nationalities. One contestant that was part of C-Group was Gu Yizhou, a Chinese trainee who captured attention with her interview, where she acted out a scene from a popular musical. Her performance was memorable, showcasing her expressive personality.
During the scene, she also showed some of her artwork inspired by her favorite animated programs. This glimpse into her creative side instantly endeared her to many viewers, who recognized her passion beyond just singing and dancing.
A Journey of Art and Persistence
According to some that have kept up with her, she has continued drawing, and has since made her debut! This news has circulated quickly among online communities, delighting those who remember her from the show.
After being eliminated from Girls Planet 999, she appeared on Great Dance Crew, where she was eliminated before the final episode. While her journey on these shows didn’t lead to a final debut at the time, her dedication never wavered. In 2024, however, Yizhou made her debut as a member of Carol, an underground under the stage name Yowa. This debut marks an exciting new chapter for the talented artist.
Additionally, recent discussions about her have claimed that she is active on Chinese social media, and has continued to share what some have described as “Yaoi” or gay artwork for various fandoms including Link Click, a Chinese donghua series. She showed some of her artwork for this series on Girls Planet 999 as well. Her continued artistic expression, particularly in this niche, has resonated deeply with her growing fanbase.
Fan Excitement Over Rediscovery
Many have expressed excitement over their rediscovery, or discovery of her. Fans are celebrating her journey from a viral survival show contestant to a debuted artist, praising her perseverance and unique artistic voice.
the she was lazy she was crazy cinderella rap girl from girls planet 1999 draws link click fanart on weibo?!?!? 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/RwhACkJL6E
— liu 𑣲₍ ᐢ. .ᐢ₎ (@meowdailiren) July 27, 2026
i still remember watching this gp999 pr back then and when she pulled out her shiguang art i actually LOST MY MIND https://t.co/Ls9uAENGhL pic.twitter.com/UJakQ6dkta
— sam ꫂ ၴႅ (@natsymii) July 28, 2026
gp999 being over for like 5 years now and gu yizhou REMAINS FAMOUS! https://t.co/EAMz92y9F9
— Bridget (@cinnamoroIIs) July 28, 2026
You can check out her new group’s music below.
• Download and listen to 夜色特调Carol’s original songs here!
— girlsplanet updates ♡ (@99logs) July 24, 2026
