The members of fromis_9 are getting a taste of extreme variety show punishment. A new preview for their upcoming variety show episode shows the group members being launched into a pool in a way that reminds many of the famous Running Man water challenges.
The clip, which dropped on August 17, 2026, shows the fromis_9 members flying through the air before splashing into the water. The preview comes from their own variety content called “Studio fromis_9,” which airs on their official YouTube channel.
Fans are already comparing the scene to similar punishments seen on the long-running SBS variety show Running Man. The comparison makes sense since Running Man is known for its physical challenges and water-based penalties. One fan on X wrote, “omg seventeen did this but looks like fromis are getting thrown even further than they did”. Another fan account simply shared, “fromis_9 members are launched into a pool in the preview for the next episode of their variety show ‘studio fromis_9′”.
Pool Punishment Takes Center Stage in New Preview
The preview shows the fromis_9 members participating in what appears to be a penalty game. The punishment involves a launch mechanism that sends the idols flying into a swimming pool. Chinese social media platform Weibo also picked up the clip, with one user noting the “shooting force is very strong”. Another Weibo post described the upcoming segment as a “ejection chair”.
The punishment style draws clear parallels to Running Man’s famous water games. Over the years, the variety show has featured numerous pool challenges where members get pushed, thrown, or launched into water. These moments often become some of the most memorable and talked-about segments of the show.
fromis_9 has been actively promoting as a five-member group. The current lineup includes Song Hayoung, Park Jiwon, Lee Chaeyoung, Lee Nagyung, and Baek Jiheon. The group recently made a comeback with their full-length album “Glow ME” on July 21, 2026. Their title track “Vitamin ME” has been receiving positive responses from fans.
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Studio fromis_9 Continues to Show Idols’ Fun Side
“Studio fromis_9” is the group’s official variety content channel on YouTube. The show gives fans a closer look at the members’ personalities through various challenges, games, and behind-the-scenes moments. Previous episodes have featured everything from cooking challenges to escape room games.
The channel has become a popular destination for flover (the official fandom name for fromis_9). Episodes often show the members in relaxed and funny situations that differ from their polished stage performances. The pool punishment episode seems to continue this tradition of putting the members in entertaining and sometimes extreme situations.
The preview has already started generating buzz across social media platforms. Fans are sharing their excitement and amusement about seeing their favorite idols get launched into the water. Some are even speculating about which members got the most air time or made the biggest splashes.
Running Man has featured similar high-flying water punishments over the years. The show’s cast members have endured everything from being pushed off platforms into pools to being launched from springboards. These moments have become iconic in Korean variety show history. The fromis_9 members now join the long list of celebrities who have experienced these watery penalties.
The full episode of “Studio fromis_9” featuring the pool punishment is expected to release soon on the group’s official YouTube channel. Fans are eagerly waiting to see the complete segment and all the funny reactions from the members.
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