Kim Gun-woo, 23, has filed a lawsuit against his agency WakeOne to confirm that he is still a member of Alpha Drive One, according to Yonhap News, which reported the case on October 25, 2026. The suit is seen as an attempt to push the agency to allow him to return to group activities.

What is the lawsuit about?

The lawsuit asks the court to confirm Kim Gun-woo's status as a member of Alpha Drive One. Yonhap News reported that the move is widely read as a way to demand that WakeOne resume his activities with the group.

What did WakeOne say?

WakeOne confirmed the lawsuit on October 25. The agency said the matter is currently undergoing legal proceedings and asked for understanding that it cannot share specific details at this stage.

Why did Kim Gun-woo stop his activities?

Kim Gun-woo was accused of making inappropriate remarks to staff during a content shoot before the group's debut. As the controversy grew, he halted his activities in April. Alpha Drive One continued as a seven-member group without him.

About Alpha Drive One

Alpha Drive One is an eight-member rookie boy group formed through Mnet's survival show Boys II Planet, which aired last year. The case is ongoing, and no court ruling has been reported yet.

For international fans

Because the lawsuit is still in progress, fans should watch for official statements from WakeOne and reports from major Korean outlets for any updates.