Wanna One’s Grand Reunion at KCON LA 2026
Wannables around the globe rejoiced as project group Wanna One officially reunited on the KCON stage for the first time in nine years, delivering an emotional and full-circle moment for legions of fans. The highly anticipated reunion took place at KCON LA 2026 on August 14, marking their first KCON performance since 2017.
A Special Stage: Who Was There?
The special stage featured nine beloved members, though Kang Daniel, currently serving in the military, and Lai Kuanlin, focusing on his directing career in China, were notably absent from the momentous occasion.
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The performance comes as part of Wanna One’s highly anticipated reunion activities, which officially kicked off earlier this year with their much-loved reality series, Wanna One Go: Back to Base, giving fans a glimpse into their journey back to the stage.
The energy in the arena was palpable as fans erupted with cheers and lightstick waves, singing along as the members performed their iconic hit songs together once again. Many attendees and online viewers alike quickly dubbed it one of the most nostalgic and heartwarming moments of this year’s KCON.
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Wannables’ Overwhelming Joy and Calls for a Concert
Despite not being a complete 11-member reunion, the overriding sentiment among fans was one of immense gratitude and joy. Many expressed how meaningful it was to see the group together again after years apart, celebrating the powerful bond that still exists.
Social media was flooded with heartfelt comments from fans, eagerly sharing their excitement and hopes for the future: “Nice to see them on stage in a long time. Please do a concert for us sometime…” another wrote, “Wow, so cool of them. This looks like from their peak. Wanna One… I really need them to do a solo concert. I want to see them in front of my eyes too. Our One, this is the start for you guys. Please do a concert in Korea too.” These passionate calls clearly show the enduring demand for more Wanna One.
The special stage marked Wanna One’s first KCON appearance in nine years and stands as one of their biggest reunion performances since resuming group activities in 2026, setting a hopeful precedent for what’s to come for the beloved group and their dedicated Wannables.
