After a seven-year hiatus that left fans yearning for more, the beloved K-pop group Wanna One is set to make a dramatic return to the spotlight with their new reality show, WANNA ONE GO : Back to Base. The anticipation for their comeback has reached fever pitch, with the launch teaser released by Mnet Plus on April 1, 2026, smashing through 4.5 million views within just 24 hours across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and other social media platforms, according to OSEN and Dispatch. This overwhelming response, even before the show’s official premiere, is a testament to the group’s enduring popularity and the powerful connection they maintain with their fanbase, known as Wannable.
Since January 2026, Mnet Plus has been fueling excitement with monthly teaser content released at exactly 11:11 AM on the first day of each month. These pre-launch snippets, which have collectively racked up more than 15 million views, have steadily built anticipation for what promises to be one of the year’s most talked-about returns in the K-pop world. As reported by 스포츠동아 and 대구일보, these teasers have not only showcased the members’ excitement but also reignited the emotional bond between Wanna One and their fans.
Wanna One’s journey began in 2017, when the group was formed through Mnet’s hit survival show Produce 101 Season 2. Their debut was nothing short of meteoric: they performed at the prestigious Gocheok Sky Dome, sold over a million copies of their debut album, and swept rookie and grand prizes at major music awards—all feats that solidified their place in K-pop history. After their initial activities concluded, the members embarked on solo careers, but the group’s legacy and the devotion of their fans never waned.
Now, after years apart, all eleven original members—Kang Daniel, Park Ji-hoon, Lee Dae-hwi, Kim Jae-hwan, Ong Seong-wu, Park Woo-jin, Lai Kuan-lin, Yoon Ji-sung, Hwang Min-hyun, Bae Jin-young, and Ha Sung-woon—are reuniting for WANNA ONE GO : Back to Base. The show is scheduled to premiere on April 28, 2026, at 6 PM KST on Mnet Plus, with a sequential broadcast on Mnet at 8 PM the same day, as confirmed by multiple outlets including 이코노미퀸 and Dispatch.
The launch teaser, which dropped on April 1, captured the heartfelt emotions of the members as they reunited after seven long years. Lee Dae-hwi, reflecting on the moment he first saw the teaser on New Year’s Day, confessed, “I cried in front of the refrigerator as soon as the teaser was released.” Kim Jae-hwan admitted, “I don’t know how many times I replayed that short video,” while Hwang Min-hyun shared, “I could truly feel that there are still many people who miss Wanna One.” Park Woo-jin added, “Just as I expected, Wannable really loved it,” expressing gratitude for the unwavering support from fans. Ha Sung-woon revealed that “when the members meet privately, we always end up talking about ‘Wanna One Go’ the most,” highlighting the group’s genuine anticipation for their reality comeback.
The new season promises not just nostalgia but fresh adventures and candid moments. The members reminisced about iconic segments from their previous reality shows, such as the legendary chicken fights and mafia games, and collectively agreed, “We have to play the mafia game again.” Looking ahead, they brainstormed a variety of activities for the new season, including travel, exercise, pet introductions, and even extreme sports—demonstrating both their unbreakable chemistry and their desire to create new memories together, as reported by Dispatch and OSEN.
Mnet Plus has been meticulous in orchestrating the group’s return, carefully building anticipation through a series of teasers that began on January 1 with the message, “Let’s meet again.” Each month, new content has dropped, featuring sincere messages to fans and clips from the group’s past, effectively rekindling the group’s narrative and fanning the flames of excitement among longtime supporters.
To mark the beginning of this new chapter, Wanna One has planned a special offline event. On April 6, 2026, at 10 AM, the group will hold an ‘Opening Ceremony’ at the DMC Cultural Park in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul—the very place where they first met fans years ago. According to 이코노미퀸 and 대구일보, this event is not only a nod to their history but also a symbolic start to their renewed journey, allowing fans to share in the excitement and officially kick off the reality show’s run.
The group’s return is also shining a spotlight on individual members’ achievements during their time apart. Park Ji-hoon, for instance, has recently enjoyed immense success as an actor, starring in the blockbuster film The Man Who Lives with the King. The movie, released in February 2026, has drawn more than 15 million viewers, making it a cultural phenomenon in its own right. Park is also set to release his first single album, Reflect, on April 29, 2026, just a day after the reality show’s premiere. As described by 이코노미퀸, the album explores themes of reflection and emotional growth, promising a deeper look into his artistic evolution.
The excitement surrounding WANNA ONE GO : Back to Base goes far beyond mere nostalgia. Fans and industry insiders alike are eager to see how the group’s chemistry has matured over the years, and what new stories will unfold as the members laugh, play, and reminisce together. Mnet Plus has emphasized that the show will capture the process of the members becoming a stronger “us,” moving beyond a simple reunion to document their growth and the creation of new memories.
For the millions of Wannable around the globe, this comeback is more than just a television event—it’s a chance to reconnect with the group that defined a generation of K-pop fans. The journey from their explosive debut to this heartfelt reunion is a reminder of the enduring power of music, memory, and the bonds that tie artists and fans together. As the world counts down to April 28, all eyes are on Wanna One to see how they will once again capture hearts and make history.