PLAVE Management Said Members Fully Engaged and Satisfied, Immersed in Character Roles + PLAVE Faced Initial Skepticism even from Members, Now Preparing for Overseas Expansion

Article published: April 22, 2024

Original source: https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/011/0004330993

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English translation: plaveintl

VLAST has disclosed that the members are thoroughly enjoying their involvement in the project. From crafting every aspect of their music and performances since their debut track "Wait for You," the five members have been actively showcasing their unique identities. 

However, given the virtual nature of the group, members are confined to motion activities behind their virtual avatars, keeping their true identities concealed. CEO Lee Sung-gu commented, "In a scenario where members solely operate as characters, there's a natural inclination for anyone to want to participate in such a role." He added, "Despite initial concerns, PLAVE's success has reinforced the members' dedication to their roles. During live performances, we observed fans noticing even the subtlest expressions and gestures of the members." Lee continued, "Currently, members are actively contributing ideas and fully immersing themselves in their character roles. Overall, they are highly satisfied with their involvement in PLAVE."

"At first, even the members were a bit skeptical about how the whole motion capture thing would pan out, but now they're absolutely thrilled," shared Lee Sung-gu, CEO of VLAST, during a press conference in Seoul's Mapo-gu on the 22nd. "Our company's top priority at the moment is PLAVE's overseas expansion," he added.

Lee also noted, "The members are overjoyed to hear their own songs playing and are putting even more effort into their work."

"We're building an AR studio within the company," Lee explained further. "It's a technology that creates the illusion of other real-life singers sitting there. We're aiming to implement a technology that makes the members appear as if they're interacting with other celebrities, enabling them to participate in entertainment shows."

He concluded, "Once everything is set up, we'll be able to engage in a lot more activities."