The most anticipated lineup of iconic second-generation K-pop idols will be coming back this 2021, including EPIK HIGH, SHINee, 2PM, Highlight, and more! 

K-pop fans' expectations are already skyrocketing as numerous second-generation idol groups are set to return to the music scene after a long break, while some have completed their mandatory military services.

These Second-Generation K-pop Groups/Artists Will Have a Comeback This 2021

1. SHINee

At the beginning of January, the "Princes of K-pop" return was hinted through the "SMTOWN LIVE- Culture Humanity" concert through a video showing their signature line, "SHINee's Back" and the year "2021." Indeed, Shawols (fans) 'til now can't hide their excitement as this will be the first comeback of the group in three years!

In their recent V Live broadcast, members Taemin, Onew, and Minho gave a few spoilers implying that their upcoming comeback is way beyond their previous releases in terms of concept and music. 

Fans are currently anticipating the kind of music the group will showcase this February.

2. 2PM

2PM also signaled a full-fledged comeback in 2021, drawing a collective enthusiastic response from the Hottest (2PM fan club name). The members had been on hiatus since 2016 due to their military services.

But recently, JYP Entertainment teased fans with delighting news that the group will finally make their way back to the music scene once Jun Ho completed his service this March.

The enthusiasm of K-pop lovers for 2PM spiked last year following their track "My House" craze, which was showered with love and support through dance covers from the younger generation of K-pop idols, including Stray Kids, MONSTA X, PENTAGON, and many more.

3. Highlight

Beast, hereinafter Highlight, is also expected to have a comeback this 2021 after three years. In Dec. 2020, Dong Woon concluded Highlight's military enlistments after his discharge. There are still no details if when the comeback will be, but the outlook of fans to their comeback is already positive.

4. GD and BIGBANG

While BIGBANG was initially reported to come back last year through the overseas arts and music festival, Coachella 2020, the event was unfortunately postponed due to the pandemic. But VIPs (BIGBANG's fandom) were elated when Hana Financial shared that the quartet will possibly reunite this year.

Though there's still no confirmation from YG Entertainment, attention is focused on how the group will open a new chapter in K-pop with their unrivaled skills and talents.

Meanwhile, the "King of K-pop" GD/G-Dragon is also announced to be working on new music according to YG Entertainment, alluding that his solo comeback is slated this year as well.

5. Park Bom

The former 2NE1 member Park Bom will also return after a long time!

Along with her new music release, a slew of thrilled responses from fans were made due to her incredible body transformation -- she lost 11kgs. The singer is set to dominate the music scene as a female solo artist once again.

Other Second Gen K-pop Acts Set for a Comeback This 2021:

Epik High and TVXQ Yunho

The K Hip Hop group EPIK HIGH and "Emperor of K-pop" TVXQ leader Yunho simultaneously dropped their album, "Epik High is Here" and "Noir," respectively, on Jan. 18.

Yubin, IU, Hyuna

The iconic K-pop female soloists are also set to kick off their new albums. Yubin already graced fans with "Perfume," released Jan. 13. As for IU, she will be back on Jan. 27 with "Celebrity," followed by HyunA on Jan. 28.

U-KISS Soohyun and Hoon

The second-gen idols will be forming a new sub-unit and are set to release "I Wish" on Jan. 27

INFINITE L

Myungsoo (L) will be bringing his colors through his solo debut album this February!

Super Junior and Kyuhyun

Aside from the comeback of Super Junior with "The Renaissance," in celebration of their 15th Anniversary, member Kyuhyun will also have a new song on Jan. 26 with "Moving On."

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Written by Eunice Dawson