SEVENTEEN leader S.Coups and member Mingyu are officially debuting as the group’s newest sub-unit. This marks the first time two hip-hop team members will collaborate as a standalone unit. The news was first reported by MyDaily on July 11, 2025, and has since sparked excitement among fans worldwide.
SEVENTEEN’s First All Hip-Hop Unit
S.Coups and Mingyu are both part of SEVENTEEN’s hip-hop team, which also includes Wonwoo and Vernon. Unlike previous sub-units like BSS (Seungkwan, DK, Hoshi) or Jeonghan x Wonwoo, this will be the first pairing exclusively from the hip-hop team.
“S.Coups is SEVENTEEN’s overall leader as well as the leader of the hip-hop team, with Mingyu also belonging to the hip-hop team. Unlike previous units that combined vocal and performance team members, this will be SEVENTEEN’s first unit composed solely of hip-hop team members.”
Fans have been speculating about this collaboration after the duo was spotted vacationing together in Hawaii and posting dance challenge videos on Instagram. Many believe these were hints for their upcoming project.
PLEDIS Entertainment’s Response
While the news has been widely reported, PLEDIS Entertainment has not yet given an official confirmation. A representative stated:
“It’s difficult for us to confirm anything at this time.”
Despite the cautious response, fans remain confident about the unit’s debut, given SEVENTEEN’s history of sub-unit releases.
Fan Reactions and Excitement
The announcement has sent the CARAT (SEVENTEEN’s fandom) into a frenzy. Social media platforms are flooded with reactions, with many fans expressing their excitement.
“CONFIRMEDDDD AAAAAAAA SO EXCITED,”
“Finally the fandom manifested,”
“MY 2 BIAS IN ONE UNIT!!!”
Some fans saw this coming, pointing out subtle hints dropped by the members in recent months.
“We freaking knew it!!! Omgggggg,”
“Are we even surprised at this point??? We already guessed it.”
SEVENTEEN’s Sub-Unit History
Since their debut in 2015, SEVENTEEN has experimented with various sub-unit combinations. The group originally divided its 13 members into three main units:
- Hip-Hop Team (S.Coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, Vernon)
- Vocal Team (Woozi, Jeonghan, Joshua, DK, Seungkwan)
- Performance Team (Hoshi, Jun, The8, Dino)
Over the years, they introduced mixed sub-units like:
- BSS (BooSeokSoon) – Seungkwan, DK, Hoshi
- Jeonghan x Wonwoo (JxW)
- Hoshi x Woozi (HxW)
This new S.Coups x Mingyu unit will be the fourth official sub-unit in SEVENTEEN’s history.
Military Enlistment Speculations
Some fans speculate that the sub-unit’s formation may be linked to upcoming military enlistments. Jeonghan and Wonwoo enlisted last year, while Hoshi and Woozi are expected to enlist in September 2025.
Since S.Coups has been exempted from military service due to health reasons, fans wonder if Mingyu might be next in line. However, no official announcements have been made regarding his enlistment.
What to Expect from the New Unit
Given their hip-hop background, fans anticipate a strong rap-heavy sound from the duo. Both members have contributed to writing and producing SEVENTEEN’s music in the past.
S.Coups has been involved in tracks like “THUNDER” from SEVENTEEN’s latest album “HAPPY BURSTDAY”, while Mingyu showcased his solo song “Shake It Off” on the same album.
Their chemistry on stage and in variety shows has always been a highlight, making this collaboration highly anticipated.
SEVENTEEN’s 10th Anniversary Celebrations
This year marks SEVENTEEN’s 10th anniversary, and the group has been celebrating with multiple projects, including:
- “HAPPY BURSTDAY” album (May 2025)
- New tour announcements
- Solo songs for all 13 members
Also Read: SEVENTEEN Members Hoshi And Woozi Will Begin Military Service In September 2025
The addition of this new sub-unit further cements their commitment to diverse musical experiments.
