Newly Debuted Idol Group Makes A No-Dating Promise

No matter what country, the concept of idols is paired with huge expectations and restrictions, especially when it comes to the idea of dating. A lot of idols are given dating bans when they are training and first debut, and even veteran stars are subject to criticism when they are found to be dating, no matter how old they are.

The newly debuted group T.O.P. took this to another level with a vow on the topic of dating.

On August 26, Time Fengjun Entertainment (TF Ent), launched the third-generation lineup of the TF Clan with T.O.P. They also held a debut event for the group and made a pledge for their careers.

In the speech, they repeated after one of the members who read through some promises regarding their dedication to the team.

I promise to live up to my original aspirations and dreams, live up to the company’s painstaking training, and live up to the fans’ expectations and support. I’m committed to developing the team and will never depart from the group part way through. Team honors are greater than individual honors. Teammates are not only partners, but even more so family.

— T.O.P

In particular, the members spoke about the topic of dating, explaining that they would follow the rules for being an “idol.”

I’m committed to the promise with my fans and teammates. I will strictly follow the rules for idols – no dating, no private contact. T.O.P forever. Declared by [name].

— T.O.P

While the topic of idols not dating is an unwritten rule, it is rare for idols to directly address the topic.