By Kuya Allen
Creative Direction & Editor: Kuya Allen // Photographer: Jacobo Funes // Stylist Lead: Joshua Alan Clark // Light Tech: Harrison Woodard // Hair Stylists: Ryu Dongho, Kim Haeseul // Stylists: Byeon Juyoung, Lee Yukyung // Makeup: Cho ara, Kim Jiwoo
The first K-pop girl group from TITAN CONTENT, AtHeart's name perfectly captures the group's sincerity, passion, and deep connection with their fans around the world. It reflects their authenticity, showing that they stay true to themselves and their emotions in everything they do.
More than just performers, they are relatable teenagers who share their stories and experiences through music, creating a bond that makes fans feel seen and understood. The name represents that at heart, they are just like their fans: discovering who they are as they navigate life, and embracing the journey together.
1. Being TITAN’s first group comes with a lot of pressure, but also a lot of belief and trust. What do you believe is special about AtHeart versus other groups?
MICHI There is a lot of pressure in being TITAN’s first group. One aspect that defines AtHeart is our unmatched authenticity. As a budding girl group, we believe that by being unafraid of challenges while staying open as we grow will help us to better connect with our fans and bring that fresh energy to the table. Especially as we discover the direction we want to go with our music and concepts, fans should share those moments with us. TITAN recognizes the importance of embracing each member's strengths and envisions how our individual colors come together to form AtHeart.
ARIN We’re all really different, but what feels special is how we respect those differences and genuinely try to learn from each other. That mindset brings us closer, and I think that’s what makes AtHeart’s teamwork feel so strong and stand out.
KATELYN Aside from all the members coming from such different backgrounds, I believe that even though we are TITAN’s first group, knowing that our company staff come from very experienced backgrounds gives me some comfort and relief. Because they come from such strong backgrounds, they know what they’re doing and how to approach certain things. Having them by our side and guiding us in every way possible, especially since we are so new to the music industry, is what I think makes AtHeart special.
BOME I think our strength is how we understand each other’s individuality and come together naturally as a team. When someone is shining, we help that shine even brighter, and when someone needs support, we’re there to fill in. I think AtHeart is a team that brings our each other’s strongest and most unique sides.
SEOHYEON I think every member of AtHeart is really talented in their own way, like vocals, performance, and expression. When we come together, the synergy just feels right. And with our bright and fun energy added in, it creates a positive vibe that feels very AtHeart.
NAHYUN Our energy feels the biggest when we’re all together. Every member truly loves the stage and understands how special it is, and I think that’s where our energy naturally comes from. Even though we’re still growing and learning, once we’re on stage, we always give our best and pour all our energy into every performance. I think that passion is what really defines AtHeart.
2. In 2026, what are you looking forward to the most with the group?
MICHI In 2026, as opportunities for us to perform continue to increase, there are still so many things we have yet to experience. Moments with fans, sharing new music, being on stage, I can’t wait for everything!
ARIN I’m most excited to see how we continue to grow from here. We’re not satisfied with where we are right now and we’re always working to improve in so many ways. We also can’t wait to share all the new sides of AtHeart that we’ve been preparing!!
KATELYN Well, there are a lot of things I’m looking forward to this year! Like showing the world more of who AtHeart is and what we are made of and obviously seeing more of our fans. Hopefully, we’ll get to have more comebacks and concerts! and travel more too!
BOME I hope AtHeart gets more chances to perform on bigger stages and more opportunities to meet our fans in person and share meaningful moments with them.
SEOHYEON I hope AtHeart gets to experience as much as possible and keep growing through all of it. I think all those experiences will eventually lead us to moments like year-end awards or our concerts, where AtHeart can really shine.
NAHYUN What I’m most excited for is performing on big stages together with AtHeart and our fans. Ever since our trainee days, all of us have dreamed about doing concerts and standing on year-end award stages. Sharing those moments with our fans means so much to us. In 2026, I hope we’ve grown even more and get to perform on many more stages with our fans by our side.
3. You’ve talked before about loving movement, music, and performing from a young age. Looking at your first official release and debut, and where you’re at now, where do you think you’ve evolved the most? What’s that been like?
Michi Having officially debuted, I’ve become more mindful as an artist. Now that I’m in the public eye, I’m more intentional about the purpose behind each performance. I find myself thinking more deeply about why I perform and what I want to express through music. It feels less like simply performing and more like communicating emotions, which makes every moment on stage feel even more meaningful. I’ve also grown more confident and comfortable on stage, leaving room for me to truly be present with the members and connect with our fans.
4. You’re building a career far from where you grew up. How has that distance shaped your drive and perspective as an artist?
Arin I grew up in a city called Wonju, not Seoul. At first, living away from my family to chase my dream wasn’t easy, and there were definitely times when it felt really hard. But thinking that I could one day show my dream and my shining self on stage kept me going. Chasing my goals is what made me who I am today as Arin of AtHeart, and it makes me even more excited for what’s next.
5. You bring a unique cultural perspective as someone from the Philippines now in a global K-pop group. How do you want to represent your identity in your music and performance as your journey evolves?
Katelyn Well, firstly, if there’s a chance, I would love it if we could add some Filipino lines or incorporate some Philippine accent or style into our songs! Even expressing our culture naturally through outfits or hair and makeup would be really meaningful to me. So hopefully, if I can do something like that in the future, that would be incredible.
6. You’re known for your vocals in the group. When you think about connecting emotionally with fans who are hearing your voice for the first time, what do you want them to feel or take away from your delivery?
Bome Rather than delivering just one specific emotion, I want my songs to feel different depending on how each listener is feeling. I believe my music can mean something different to everyone. If someone is happy, I hope my voice makes that moment feel even brighter, and if someone is having a hard time, I want my voice to feel like a quiet presence, gently reaching out to them.
7. You and the group are experiencing a lot of “firsts” right now. What part of this early stage feels the most exciting, and what part feels the most intimidating?
Seohyeon There are so many things that excite me, it’s honestly hard to choose just one. But something that’s always on my mind is standing on the biggest stages we can as AtHeart. It’s a huge goal for me, and just thinking about it already makes my heart race. On those big stages, I want to enjoy the moment not only with AtHeart’s fans, but with everyone in the audience, and turn that space into a happy and unforgettable memory.
On the other hand, what feels the most intimidating is that we’re still new and haven’t experienced everything yet, so honestly, every schedule comes with a bit of nervousness. That’s why I want to keep working hard, gaining more experience, and growing, until that pressure eventually turns into something I can truly enjoy.
8. Being the youngest often means learning in real time. What has surprised you most about yourself since the groups debut?
Nahyun After debuting as the youngest member of AtHeart, I feel like I’ve discovered a really new side of myself. Before debut, I wasn’t expressive and comfortable acting cute (what we call ‘aegyo’ in Korean), but after debuting, I think I’ve become more affectionate and much better at expressing my feelings. I think that’s because the older members are always so open and supportive of my expressions, and they really listen to what I have to say.
While going through our schedules, I’ve learned so much from them, like how to carry myself on stage, how to deal with nerves, and even how to fix little habits on stage. Having such supportive older members has helped me grow a lot.
And lastly, at home I’m actually the oldest of four sisters, so I was always the one taking care of others. But after being with the members,, I realized that I’m being taken care of wherever I go. At first, it felt unfamiliar, and I even wondered if it was okay for me, at my age, to be the one being cared for. But now, I just feel really grateful and reassured because of them.