SAY MY NAME shocks fans by adding a new member just 9 months after debut.
The girl group teased something mysterious on their social media starting July 6, sparking intense curiosity. Fans were left puzzled, never expecting the teasers to mean a new addition.
On July 10, SAY MY NAME revealed the new member: Shuie. The group announced going from seven to eight members with photos of Shuie shared on Twitter and Instagram.
Photos show Shuie stepping into the group with strong visuals. Fans expressed mixed reactions online, impressed with her look but surprised by the timing of the addition — it’s insanely rare for a group to add a member this late after debut.
The teasers:
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— SAY MY NAME (@sa2m2nam3) July 6, 2025
New member Shuie announcement photos flooded social channels:
New member Shuie | @sa2m2nam3/X
Fan reactions on Reddit called it "unexpected" and debated the move’s impact. Adding members post-debut is usually linked to group concept changes or member departures—this late add is rare and got people talking.
SAY MY NAME watchers are keeping an eye on how this move affects the group dynamic.