Sung Han-bin, the calm, magnetic force at the center of the K-pop phenomenon ZEROBASEONE, is preparing to step into the spotlight alone. The 25-year-old performer will make his formal solo debut on Oct. 12, his agency, The Live Label, said Monday. The move marks a pivotal juncture for an artist who has spent the last three years anchored to one of the industry’s most meteoric boy bands, testing whether his individual gravitational pull can match the collective power of his group. Sung’s rise follows the high-stakes, hyper-accelerated trajectory typical of modern K-pop stardom. He first drew widespread attention in 2023 on the Mnet reality competition Boys Planet, finishing second after showcasing a rare combination of fluid, technical dance skills and unflappable live vocals. As the designated leader of ZEROBASEONE, he quickly established himself as the ensemble’s focal point, balancing sharp choreography with an easy, approachable stage presence. His solo launch comes during a period of relentless activity. ZEROBASEONE recently released its sixth EP, “Ascend-,” led by the singl