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9 Proves Its Growth Momentum with First Asian Tour… Heats Up Kuala Lumpur

Fourth Performance to Be Held Following Seoul, Osaka, and Tokyo Preview of New Song Performance… Accelerating Expansion of Global Fandom

YUN GI BACK
2026-07-04 15:56:36
[E-Daily Starin YUN GI BACK Reporter] The group AHOF is accelerating the expansion of its global fanbase as its first Asian tour proceeds smoothly. Following successful performances in Seoul and Japan, the group is expanding its reach to Malaysia, solidifying its presence as a “next-generation global group.”
AHOF (Photo courtesy of F&F Entertainment)

According to their agency, F&F Entertainment, AHOF will hold “2026 AHOF 1ST TOUR: THE FIRST SPARK” on the 4th at JIOSPACE in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
“The First Spark” is AHOF’s first Asian tour since their debut. After kicking off in Seoul last May and successfully wrapping up performances in Osaka and Tokyo, the tour has now reached its halfway point with this Kuala Lumpur show. They are widely recognized as continuing their global growth by expanding their connection with international fans with each performance.
At this concert, Ahop will present an even richer setlist, featuring not only their previously released songs but also “Sugar High”—the pre-release track from their third mini-album—and “Our Story,” which is set for official release soon. Led by their solid live vocals and performances, they plan to connect with local fans and once again showcase the strengths of a live-performance-oriented group.
In particular, this tour holds significant meaning as it goes beyond mere overseas performances to serve as a stage that continues Ahop’s upward momentum ahead of their comeback. By previewing their new song performances, they are not only heightening global fans’ anticipation but also naturally driving interest in their new album.
Immediately following the tour, they will begin their domestic activities. AHOPS will make their comeback on the 8th with their third mini-album, “RUN TO YOU.” They are building anticipation for the comeback by sequentially releasing various teaser content, including concept photos and a highlight medley.
With their first mini-album, “WHO WE ARE,” Ahop depicted the unfulfilled nature of youth, and with their second mini-album, “The Passage,” they portrayed the process of growth. In “RUN TO YOU,” they plan to showcase more mature music and performances while singing about the confident emotion of running unhesitatingly toward one person.

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