BABYMONSTER "dropped hints" of new music, 1 member permanently withdrew, what's going on?

BABYMONSTER is making a big splash with their surprise comeback announcement. What has fans most excited is the absence of member Rami , as the group only appears as a 6-member lineup.

"Ho.t Sauce": A Promising Return with a Vibrant Hip-Hop Style

According to an announcement from YG Entertainment, BABYMONSTER is preparing for a powerful comeback with a vibrant hip-hop concept, imbued with old-school style - a signature mark that has made YG groups famous in the past.

The newly released poster features the six members in stylish outfits, with the title "Ho.t Sauce" displayed in a combination of bold colors, creating an impressive and energetic visual effect.

Notably, "Ho.t Sauce" is not only a pre-release single but also a prelude to BABYMONSTER's upcoming second mini album, scheduled to be released on October 1. This shows that YG has long-term plans and a clear strategy for the group's development in the second half of 2025.

Choosing old-school hip-hop as the main theme shows that the "big guy" wants to continue to affirm its unique musical style through "little sister BLACKPINK", while exploiting the strengths of the members in rapping and performance.

Question marks about Rami and the 6-member lineup

However, Rami's absence from the "Ho.t Sauce" poster has become the focus of attention and concern for fans. YG Entertainment confirmed that the singer has been on hiatus since early May, but did not provide a specific reason or an expected return date. This situation has many people thinking of temporary absences or even permanent withdrawals from groups in the competitive Kpop industry.

BABYMONSTER was originally introduced by YG Entertainment as a talented gir.l group with a lineup of 7 members: Ruka, Pharita, Asa, Ahyeon, Rami, Rora, and Chiquita. The group officially debuted on April 1, 2024 with the EP "Babymons7er", making a strong impression with the vocal, rap, and performance abilities of all members.

On November 1, 2024, the group continued to release their first full-length album "Drip", along with a title music video of the same name. The album also includes songs such as "Click Clack", "Woke Up In Tokyo" (a duet between Ruka and Asa), "Billionaire", "Really Like You", "Love in My Heart", "Batter Up Remix" and the previously released single "Forever".

With its highly acclaimed musical quality and diverse styles, "Drip" has proven BABYMONSTER's potential to conquer the global music market. Following that success, on November 19, 2024, YG announced the group's first world tour called "HELLO MONSTERS".

The tour kicked off in January 2025 in Seoul and continued to New Jersey (February) and Los Angeles (March 2025). This shows that the group has a busy schedule and YG has invested heavily in building an international fandom. Rami's absence from the "Ho.t Sauce" promotion schedule right after the tour ended raises questions about her health or personal issues.

New Challenges for BABYMONSTER and Expectations from Fans

In fact, not only BABYMONSTER but also the temporary hiatus of a member is always a big challenge for any group, especially for a rookie who is in the process of building and consolidating its position. However, with careful preparation in music and a strong old-school hip-hop concept, BABYMONSTER with a 6-member lineup is still expected to bring an explosive performance and not disappoint fans.

"Ho.t Sauce" will be an important test for the adaptability and sustainability of "BLACKPINK's little sister" in the absence of Rami. The fan community is placing high expectations on the new music product, at the same time expressing support and hoping that Rami will soon recover and return to the full 7-member lineup. This comeback is not only an opportunity for the group to affirm their talent but also an opportunity for them to prove their solidarity and inner strength.

BABYMONSTER reported shocking news before the concert in Vietnam, fans were disappointed to want to pass tickets, worrying Nguyễn Tuyết16:04:31 11/05/2025Asian fans in general and Vietnam in particular are eagerly waiting for the day to meet BABYMONSTER on their first career tour. But 1 piece of information made them lose all their mood.