The band UPRIZE announces its 2026 roadmap with two albums and a concert for 10,000 people.
Following their appearance on the Rookie of the Year program, the group UPRIZE has finalized plans to release two albums and hold a concert for 10,000 people in 2026, promising to make a big impact on the Vietnamese entertainment market.
After 15 episodes of the reality TV show "All-Round Rookie," the official lineup of the boy group UPRIZE has been established. The group consists of 7 members: Cuong Bach, Phuc Nguyen, Lam Anh, Duc Duy, Wonbi, Duy Lan, and Long Hoang. With a goal of reaching international standards, UPRIZE is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the Vietnamese entertainment industry through its standardized training process and well-structured development roadmap.
Detailed operational plan for 2026
Notably, shortly after its launch, UPRIZE announced a packed schedule for 2026. This schedule includes key milestones ranging from defining its identity to large-scale musical productions.
| Time | Planned activities |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | Shaping the artist's identity and personality according to the standards of the governing ecosystem. |
| April 2026 | Release a debut music video and album that combines Vietnamese identity with international standards. |
| September 2026 | Released their second album of the year. |
| Q3 - Q4/2026 | Organized a concert with over 10,000 attendees. |
In addition to releasing music, the group will be organizing a series of more than five fansign events, showcases, and university tours nationwide to connect closely with their fan community.
The sustainable group model and support from producers.
Unlike project groups emerging from reality TV shows like LUNAS (Beautiful Sister Riding the Waves) or BOF (Brotherhood of Overcoming Obstacles), UPRIZE is built on a fixed group model with a focused activity schedule. The connection between the members has been honed through more than 9 months of rigorous training.
Behind the launch of UPRIZE is the SYE alliance, led by three all-around producers: SOOBIN, Toc Tien, and Kay Tran. This team, along with Korean experts, has created a professional foundation, helping the group not only shine on stage but also optimize commercial value in advertising and film.
Defining a new brand identity and future plans.
Upon officially debuting as a group, the members were rebranded with new stage names: Cuong Bach (Bex), Minh Quan (Wonbi), Long Hoang (Leon), Duy Lan (Dylan), Duc Duy (OD), Lam Anh (LAVM), and Phuc Nguyen (PN). Currently, the position of group leader is being rotated to find the most suitable candidate before being officially announced at the debut showcase.
In particular, a highlight of the planned activities in 2026 is a collaborative project between UPRIZE and a popular regional music group. Simultaneously, the remaining four members of the Top 11 – Ho Dong Quan, Thai Le Minh Hieu, Swan, and lightT – will also begin their careers as independent artists under the management of SYE.
