Gen1es
Thailand-based girl group From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gen1es (Chinese: 精灵少女; pinyin: jīng líng shào nǚ; lit. 'Elf Girls') is a girl group based in Thailand under Ryce Entertainment.[1] They were formed through the 2024 reality show Chuang Asia: Thailand on WeTV. The group consists of nine members: Qiao Yiyu, Ruan, Pailiu, Yean, Elyn, Wang Ke, Xueyao, Didi and Emma.[2] They debuted on August 22, 2024, with the single "Hourglass", and will be active for three years.[3]
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Bangkok, Thailand |
| Years active | 2024–present |
| Labels | Ryce Entertainment |
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History
Summarize
Perspective
Pre-debut: Chuang Asia: Thailand and "Lucky Bell"
In July 2023, Tencent announced Chuang Asia: Thailand, the first international entry to the Chuang franchise originally based in China, which will take place in Thailand. The show brought together seventy female trainees to form a nine-member girl group. It aired from February 3, 2024, to April 6, 2024. During the final episode, the group was formed and performed the song "Lucky Bell".[4] "Lucky Bell" was later released as the group's pre-debut single on April 26.[5]
Prior to Chuang Asia: Thailand, Xueyao competed on Chuang 2020 (2020), the third season of the Chuang franchise. Ruan and Wang Ke also competed on the South Korean idol reality shows Girls Planet 999 (2021) and Produce 48 (2018) respectively.[6] Qiao Yiyu gained some recognition in China for competing in the reality shows Great Dance Crew (2022) and Youth π Plan (2023). Pailiu is a Thai-Vietnamese model under Miss Grand Thailand and was the fifth runner-up in the 2023 pageant.[7] Yean debuted as a soloist in 2020 under Khaosan Entertainment, and Elyn was a child actress who appeared in the Malaysian drama Geng UPSR (2015–2016).
2024–present: Debut with Hourglass
Preparation for the group's debut with their first extended play (EP) began in May 2024.[8] Their debut single, "Hourglass", was released on August 22,[9] preceding the release of their first EP of the same name on September 6.[10] The EP had a physical release in China in January 2025.[11][12]
On April 6, 2025, during the live finale of Chuang Asia: Season 2, Gen1es debuted and performed their new single "Vroom", with member Qiao Yiyu further announcing that they are working on their next album.[13]
Other ventures
Endorsements
In September 2024, Gen1es became the first presenters for the cosmetic brand Tellme Darling by Daring&Co.[14]
Members
- Qiao Yiyu (乔一魚)
- Ruan (池間琉杏)
- Pailiu (กมลวลัย ประจักษ์รัตนกุล)
- Yean (ปพิชญา เอกสุภรณ์)
- Elyn (梁愉苓)
- Wang Ke (王珂)
- Xueyao (曾雪瑤)
- Didi (欧阳娣娣)
- Emma (朱奕萌)
Discography
Extended plays
| Title | Details |
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| Hourglass |
Track listing
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Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Lucky Bell" | 2024 | Hourglass |
| "Hourglass" | ||
| "Vroom" | 2025 | TBA |
Filmography
Reality shows
| Year | Title | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Chuang Asia: Thailand | Reality show that determined the members of Gen1es | [4] |
| The Truth 2 | Ruan, Pailiu, Yean and Elyn absent | [15] | |
| Super Nova Games 5 | Contestants | [16] |
Web shows
| Year | Title | Ref. |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Gen1es' Journey | [3] |
Awards and nominations
| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee / Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tencent Video All Star Night | 2024 | Overseas Group with Greatest Potential | Gen1es | Won | [17] |
References
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