PLAVE

PLAVE is a five-member virtual boy group under VLAST who debuted on March 12, 2023 with the single album Asterum. The name blends "Play" and the French word "Rêve" (dream), embodying the group's vision of creating new worlds while pursuing their dreams. Unlike traditional K-pop acts, PLAVE's members perform as 3D animated avatars rather than in physical form — yet they are real musicians who write, compose, produce, and choreograph their own music. In March 2024, they became the first virtual idol group to win on a Korean broadcast music show; in February 2025, they became the first virtual idol group to achieve million-seller status with Caligo Pt.1.

PLAVE consists of five members, each performing as a unique 3D animated avatar character. As is characteristic of the virtual idol concept, members' real names are not publicly disclosed. 🎤 Yejun (2001) — Leader, Main Vocalist, Producer The group's leader. Combines emotional vocal depth with strong production skills. A core creative force behind PLAVE's musical direction. 🎤 Noah (2001) — Main Vocalist, Producer Known for powerful high notes and delicate sensitivity. Participates in producing multiple tracks, helping shape PLAVE's signature sound. 🎤 Bamby (2002) — Main Dancer, Vocalist Leads the group's performance quality through exceptional dance skills, while also contributing with a sweet vocal tone. 🎤 Eunho (2003) — Main Rapper, Vocalist, Producer Brings a sharp, distinctive rap style alongside solid production capability. Defines PLAVE's edgier musical color. 🎤 Hamin — Main Dancer, Rapper, Choreographer PLAVE's performance leader who creates the group's choreography. Known for explosive dance energy and commanding stage presence.

PLAVE first introduced themselves to the public on September 15, 2022 through a live broadcast on YouTube and Twitch — immediately establishing themselves as something new: a virtual boy group whose members perform as 3D animated characters. Despite the virtual presentation, PLAVE are real musicians. The members sing, play instruments, write lyrics, compose music, and choreograph their own performances. Fan interactions happen through the animated avatars, which has created a uniquely intimate and imaginative fandom culture. After debuting on March 12, 2023, they built steadily on the charts. In March 2024, they became the first virtual idol group to win first place on Korean broadcast music programs (Show Champion and Show! Music Core). The following month, they held their first solo concert at the Olympic Gymnastics Arena in Seoul. In February 2025, Caligo Pt.1 crossed one million copies sold — making PLAVE the first virtual idol group to achieve million-seller status in K-pop.

🎵 Asterum (2023.03.12) — Debut Single Album Title: Asterum | Debut release; Korean chart top 10 🎵 Asterum: The Shape of Things to Come (2023.08) — EP Title: Way 4 Luv | Korean Album Chart #2 🎵 Asterum: 134-1 (2024.02) — EP Title: Pump Up the Volume! | Korean Album Chart #1 · First virtual idol group to win on broadcast music shows (March 2024) 🎵 Caligo Pt.1 (2025.02) — EP Title: Bbuu! | Korean Album Chart #2 · First virtual idol group to achieve million-seller status 🎵 Caligo Pt.2 (2026.04) — EP Korean Album Chart #2

🏆 2024 Hanteo Music Awards — Artist of the Year 🏆 2024 Hanteo Music Awards — Global Artist Asia 🏆 2024 Seoul Music Awards — Bonsang (Main Prize) 🏆 2024 Asia Star Entertainer Awards — Best Virtual Artist 🏆 2024 MAMA Awards — First virtual idol group to perform on the MAMA stage 🏆 2025 Melon Music Awards — Top 10 Artist 🏆 2025 Asia Star Entertainer Awards — Best Male Group First virtual idol group to win on Korean broadcast music shows (March 2024) · First virtual idol group to achieve million-seller status (Caligo Pt.1, Feb 2025) · First virtual group to join Weverse (January 2024) · "Dash" entered Billboard Global 200 — first virtual act to chart since K/DA's "More" in 2020

Fandom Name: PLLI (플리) PLLI is PLAVE's official fandom name, derived from the group's name. It represents the fans who journey alongside PLAVE as partners chasing dreams together. The virtual idol concept creates a uniquely immersive fan experience — PLLI interact with members through their animated avatar personas, building a fandom culture that blends the warmth of real human connection with the creativity of a digital world.