A New Global Girl Group is incoming! HYBE, a South Korean entertainment company known for K-pop groups like BTS and Geffen Records, a U.S music label, are joining forces again after the success of Katseye to form a new global girl group set to debut in Spring 2026. With the three International members already confirmed, the audience is excited for the final reveal of the complete lineup. Before the final curtain rises for their debut lets dive into who the confirmed members are and the vision behind this new global girl group.
The Harmony of Hope: Why This Debut Is Different
Following the success of Katseye, HYBE and Geffen Records are creating a new sister group, The Final Piece, set to debut in Spring 2026. The Final Piece itself will not be K-pop group but a global girl group. that follows K-pop methodologies through systematic training and artist development on a global scale. This includes years of training in areas such as intensive vocals, dance, and star quality that helps them to prepare to perform for a global market resulting in a Global Pop Brand. The success of Katseye proves that this K-pop formula works can cultivate global megastars. Additionally, HYBE and Geffen Records will be participating in a reality program called “World Scout: The Final Piece” broadcasted on ABEMA in Japan in early 2026 to find the group final member across different continents and blending cultures.
The Redemption Story: Confirmed Members of The Final Piece
Heres the catch! All the members that have been selected from the final piece were previous members of Netflix’s hit series Pop Star Academy: Katseye; and HYBE and Geffen’s survival show The Debut: Dreamy Academy. While these members were put through hard trials and rigorous training practice and did not make the first group Katesye; they are now forming their own redemption story showcasing their undeniable and hard earned work for their spot in the new group. Although we don’t know who the final members is; here is what we do know about the confirmed members.
Samara
Meet Samara the lead vocalist of The Final Piece from Brazil , she was eliminated during the live finale and finished in 7th place. Samara was praised in dream academy for her powerful vocals ability to convey deep emotions through her singing and her star quality. Finishing at the top of the rankings she proved her value with her vocal talent and connection with the international fans.
Lexie
Meet Lexie the visual of The Final Piece from Sweden. Lexie was one of the top fan favorites from Dream Academy and Pop Star Academy. She was seen for her songwriting, singing, dancing, pop star quality, and unique and mature artist perspective promising creative input for The Final Pieces future music. Lexie’s journey during Dream Academy was unfortunately cut short due to her withdrawal from Dream Academy wanting to pursue her dreams while remaining authentic and intact with her moral principles. HYBE and Geffen recognized her value and decided to resign her for the new global group .
Emily
Meet Emily the lead dancer of The Final Piece from the U.S. In the series we are immediately introduced to Emily as this sweet and hard working individual pursing her dreams of being in a global girl group. In Dream Academy and Pop Star Academy her journey came to a sad and emotional temporary close during the live final ranking where she placed 9th in the final lineup. During the series she was one of the top performing dancers and was favored by other members including HYBE. This lead to HYBE and Geffen resigning her to be in the new Global Group being noticed for her powerful dance skills, professional dance history, and natural stage charisma. Fans are excited to see their fan favorite Emily after a long-waited and well deserved debut showcasing her all-around star power and American Pop mix.
In conclusion, The Final Piece is ready to deliver a powerful redemption story. If you are a fan of Katseye make sure to tune into the Spring 2026 debut for the final lineup.