Archive · 24 Sep 2025
CORTIS: BigHit's New K-pop Group Inspired by BTS
CORTIS is a new K-pop group created by BigHit Music, the same company as BTS.
They look up to BTS as inspiration for their music and leadership.
CORTIS's leader, Martin, was advised by BTS's RM about leadership.
Another member, James, is inspired by Michael Jackson and BTS's Jimin.
The group debuted with a single in August, and their first EP, 'Color Outside the Lines,' came out in September.
Their release show was live streamed on several platforms.
CORTIS is a new K-pop group formed under BigHit Music.
The group's members include Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, and Keonho.
Martin, the leader, was inspired by BTS’s leader, RM.
James is inspired by Michael Jackson and BTS's Jimin.
CORTIS debuted in August with the single 'What You Want'.
- Who
- CORTIS, a new K-pop group under BigHit Music.
- What
- Debut of CORTIS, inspired by BTS.
- When
- Debut in August, with their first EP released on September 8.
- Where
- Debut show held at Korea University's Hwajeong Gymnasium.
- Why
- To share their music and be inspired by BTS's leadership and artistry.
- Group Name
- CORTIS
- Agency
- BigHit Music
- Debut Date
- August 18
- Debut Single
- What You Want
- First EP
- Color Outside the Lines
- Members
- Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, Keonho