Girls’ Generation member Sunny has given fans fresh reason to believe the group is planning something for its 20th anniversary in August 2027. During a radio show on October 26, 2026, she spoke about the group’s old slogan and said she would promote it again if the group makes a comeback next year.
The comment came during MBC FM4U’s “Noon Song of Hope with Kim Shin-young” (정오의 희망곡 김신영입니다), where Sunny appeared alongside members of the rookie group A2O SOUL. The moment quickly spread across Korean news outlets and social media, with fans reading it as a strong signal that a full-group return is being discussed behind the scenes.
What Sunny Said on the Radio
Sunny asked the A2O SOUL members whether they knew what “지소, 앞소, 영소” meant. The members correctly answered: “Now it’s Girls’ Generation, from now on it’s Girls’ Generation, forever Girls’ Generation.” The phrase is a shortened version of the group’s long-standing cheer.
Sunny laughed and said the members had not rehearsed it together, which made the answer feel genuine. She then thanked them and explained the history behind the words.
“Thank you for saying it. It is a slogan Girls’ Generation used to push in the past. If we make a comeback next year, I will push it again.”
The line was reported by Newsen and MHN Sports on October 26, 2026, the same day the episode aired.
The Slogan That Defined a Generation
The full slogan, “지금은 소녀시대, 앞으로도 소녀시대, 영원히 소녀시대” (Now it’s Girls’ Generation, from now on it’s Girls’ Generation, forever Girls’ Generation), has been tied to the group since its early years. It is not just a chant. It is one of the most recognizable fan phrases in K-pop and has been repeated at concerts, fan meetings, and major anniversary events.
Sunny’s promise to “push it again” matters because it directly connects the slogan to a possible 2027 comeback. She did not say the comeback is confirmed. She said she would promote the slogan again if the group returns.
Other Members Have Also Talked About 2027
Sunny is not the first member to speak about the anniversary.
Tiffany Young appeared on MBC’s “Omniscient Interfering View” (전지적 참견 시점) in June 2026 and said the 20th anniversary would be handled as a large project.
“I think we will greet you with a big project for the 20th anniversary too. We will work hard and come back with a good look next summer.”
Yuri spoke about the plans in September 2026 on the YouTube series “Limit Trip” (식빵언니 김연경). She confirmed that the members are already holding meetings and preparing music.
“It’s August, so exactly this time next year—since we were formed on August 5th, it’ll be Girls’ Generation’s 20th anniversary. We are already working hard on meetings to do something for the 20th anniversary and from now on we have to start making music one by one.”
When the host asked whether a nationwide tour was coming, Yuri replied:
“What are you talking about? We are going on a world tour.”
Korean outlets treated the world tour line as a hint rather than an official confirmation. SM Entertainment has not formally announced a 20th-anniversary album or tour.
The Eight-Member Photo That Started the Talk
Talk about a reunion grew louder on October 9, 2026, when Girls’ Generation’s official social channels posted teaser images for the group’s 2027 Season’s Greetings merchandise package. All eight members appeared together: Taeyeon, Sunny, Tiffany, Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung, Yoona, and Seohyun.
The theme was “Twenty in Frost,” and a trailer included the line: “Twenty years have passed, and we’re still together. Our 20th story will begin soon.”
It was the group’s first eight-member Season’s Greetings since 2017, the same year the group released its 10th-anniversary album “Holiday Night.” The 15th-anniversary album “FOREVER 1” arrived in August 2022.
Pre-orders for the 2027 Season’s Greetings opened on October 13, 2026, through Weverse and other official stores. Shipping began on December 24, 2026.
What Is Confirmed and What Is Not
Confirmed details are limited but clear:
- Girls’ Generation debuted on August 5, 2007, with the song “Into the New World.”
- The group’s 20th anniversary falls in August 2027.
- All eight members took part in the 2027 Season’s Greetings photo set.
- Sunny, Tiffany, and Yuri have each spoken publicly about anniversary plans.
- HyoRiSoo — the subunit of Hyoyeon, Yuri, and Sooyoung — debuted on August 31, 2026, with the single “Skibidi,” keeping the group’s name active in 2026.
Not confirmed:
- A specific comeback date.
- An album title or tracklist.
- A world tour schedule.
- Any official statement from SM Entertainment about anniversary music or concerts.
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Fan Reactions to Sunny’s Comment
Korean fans responded to Sunny’s radio moment with a mix of hope and humor. Comments collected by Nate News included questions like “Are Girls’ Generation really making a comeback next year?” and “Girls’ Generation is already 20 years old.” Other fans wrote “I will be waiting” and “The girl group I loved the most.”
The reaction shows how much weight a single sentence from a member carries. Sunny did not announce a comeback. She said she would bring back the slogan if one happens. For a group that has spent nearly two decades promising to be “forever Girls’ Generation,” that was enough to keep the conversation going.
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Sources: Daum
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