On April 16, K-pop content platform Mnet Plus shared special pre-release content for the upcoming reality show “WANNA ONE GO: Back to Base”, featuring side-by-side images of the members from their 2017 debut era and their current 2026 appearance.
The released images recreate iconic group shots and individual selfies from their debut period, carefully matching the exact composition, poses, and styling from nine years ago.
The members showcased striking similarities to their rookie-era visuals while also reflecting a more mature and refined image after years apart.
Fans quickly reacted to the nostalgic transformation, praising how the group’s chemistry and visuals remain intact despite the long hiatus.
The upcoming show “Wanna One Go: Back to Base” follows the emotional reunion of Wanna One, who officially concluded their group activities in 2019.
After approximately seven years apart, the members gather again at a new “Wanna Base,” where they will spend time together, share memories, and participate in variety-style missions filled with humor and nostalgia.
The program aims to highlight both their reunion chemistry and the journey from their debut days to the present.
Beyond simple nostalgia, the comparison photos serve as a symbolic visual timeline bridging Wanna One’s explosive debut era with their present-day identities as established artists.
The contrast between their youthful 2017 visuals and their more mature 2026 appearances naturally builds anticipation for the upcoming series.
“WANNA ONE GO: Back to Base” is scheduled to premiere on April 28 at 6 PM (KST) via Mnet Plus, with a later broadcast on Mnet TV at 8 PM (KST).
Sources: Daum | 더팩트