Steven, a member of the group AHOF, has solidified his status as a next-generation global rookie by taking first place in the Best New Male Artist category at the '2026 D Awards'.

In the '2026 D Awards Practice Behind' video recently released on AHOF's official YouTube channel, Steven shared his overwhelming emotions and expressed his gratitude directly to the fans.

In the video, Steven expressed his sincere thanks, saying, "Thanks to all of you, I was able to take first place in the D Awards Best New Male Artist category and receive this award". He particularly shared the thrill of the moment, noting, "The rankings were fluctuating fiercely until the very end, and I was so happy when I saw AHOF suddenly jump to first place".

Beyond the award news, the video also showcased the members working hard to perfect their upcoming performance. While practicing a high-difficulty routine with dancers, they humorously confessed, "It looked low in the draft, but when we actually tried it, it felt like being up in the clouds, so it was a bit scary," while demonstrating their passion to give their best until the end.

Fans are pouring in congratulatory messages, with reactions such as "Heartfelt congratulations on taking 1st place for the Rookie Award," "I'm so happy the results reflect your hard work," and "I'm already looking forward to the awards ceremony stage".

Meanwhile, the group AHOF plans to use this award as a stepping stone to showcase even more diverse musical activities and overwhelming performances, expanding its global fandom.