&TEAM’s Yuma Revealed on ‘King of Mask Singer’ Panel Amazed

On the November 9, 2025 broadcast of MBC’s “King of Mask Singer,” the identity of a mysterious contestant was unveiled, leaving the celebrity panel and audience in awe. The talented masked singer, performing under the alias ‘The House in Front’s Red Bean Porridge, Unripe Red Bean Porridge,’ was revealed to be none other than Yuma of the popular K-pop group &TEAM. His performance drew immediate comparisons to a world-famous senior artist.

Panel’s Speculation: A Nod to BTS’s Jimin

During the first round of Episode 518, the masked singer faced off against ‘Peeled Bean Pod, Unpeeled Bean Pod’ in a captivating duet. From the moment he began to sing, the panel took notice of his unique vocal tone and fluid dance moves. Celebrity panelist Shin Bongsun was particularly intrigued, remarking on the similarities in his performance style to that of Jimin from the global supergroup BTS. The discussion highlighted the challenge of guessing a male idol with an iconic voice when they are behind a mask.

Shin Bongsun’s Sharp Deduction about the Masked Singer

Building on her initial observation, Shin Bongsun theorized that the contestant was likely a K-pop idol from a junior group affiliated with BTS’s agency. “The vibe is very similar,” she commented, while fellow panelists like Hyunyoung chimed in with their own guesses. The panel even incorrectly suggested he might be a member of a group named Cortis. However, Shin Bongsun’s core instinct about the agency connection proved to be impressively accurate.

The Grand Reveal: &TEAM Yuma Unmasked

Despite a passionate performance, ‘The House in Front’s Red Bean Porridge, Unripe Red Bean Porridge’ was defeated in the first round. As per the show’s format, he removed his mask to reveal his identity. The studio erupted in surprise as the masked singer was confirmed to be Yuma from the group &TEAM, who was competing for a chance to challenge the reigning king, ‘Bullseye Marksman’.

Who is the K-Pop Idol &TEAM Yuma?

Following the reveal, host Kim Sungjoo validated Shin Bongsun’s deduction. He confirmed that &TEAM is a group that debuted under the Japanese label of BTS’s agency, making them a junior group within the larger corporate family. This connection explained the stylistic similarities the panel had noticed. Yuma’s appearance on “King of Mask Singer” successfully showcased his individual vocal talents and captivating stage presence to a wider audience, separate from his group activities.

His performance on “King of Mask Singer” has become a hot topic among K-pop fans. Yuma’s ability to evoke the style of a senior artist like Jimin while showcasing his own distinct color impressed both the panel and viewers. The episode served as a powerful reminder of the deep pool of talent within the K-pop industry and the excitement of discovering it on stage.

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