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Korea Herald
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Former Riize member Seunghan to debut solo in July under new identity 'XngHan'
Some international fans still call for the K-pop singer's return, blaming SM Entertainment for his departure XngHan, formerly Seunghan of SM Entertainment's boy group Riize, is set to return to the spotlight with his solo debut in late July — nearly nine months after stepping away from the group amid personal controversies. According to SM Entertainment on Thursday, the singer will now promote under the stage name 'XngHan,' a stylized form of his Korean name pronounced the same but spelled with an 'X' to signify 'infinite potential and crossover.' The agency said the new name reflects his ambition to defy fixed stereotypes and limitations as an artist. 'This new journey begins in July, and XngHan aims to craft boundary-pushing performances and experiences with creatives who align with his evolving vision,' SM Entertainment said in a statement. XngHan debuted as a member of Riize in September 2023, but halted all activities just two months later amid growing backlash over his private life. Controversy first emerged in August that year, before the group's debut, when several private photos were leaked online, including one of him lying in bed with a woman and another showing him smoking in public in Japan. He also faced criticism after a leaked Instagram Live conversation with Big Hit Music's boy group TXT's Soobin included comments referencing a female idol. Riize has since continued as a six-member act, releasing hits such as 'Love 119' and 'Boom Boom Bass.' SM Entertainment initially announced his return to Riize in October but reversed the decision just two days later following a surge of negative reactions from Korean fans. His departure from the group was confirmed later that month, leaving his status uncertain for nearly a year. In a handwritten letter shared at the time, Seunghan apologized to fans and his former bandmates, writing, 'I don't want to cause them any more harm. I truly love Riize and sincerely hope they continue to be loved.' Despite the controversy, some international Riize fans have continued to support him. In an email sent to The Korea Herald last month, they wrote, 'Though he committed no wrongdoing, SM failed to defend him publicly or ensure his safety.'
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Seunghan, ex-RIIZE member, to debut as soloist; July comeback confirmed
Seunghan, former member of rising K-pop boy group RIIZE, will officially be embarking on a new chapter in his career. According to recent reports, the idol is all set to make his official comeback in July this year, leaving fans excited. The idol has been missing from the entertainment industry since 2023, making this a major milestone as he prepares for his return. EX-RIIZE member Seunghan making a comeback as a soloist S eunghan, who had left RIIZE last year and had been inactive since, is now officially set to make his comeback; however, this time he will be returning as a solo artist. As per Pinkvilla, SHINee and EXO's parent company confirmed that the idol is in the process of preparing for his comeback. A company official also issued a proper statement regarding the matter, stating that 'Seunghan is currently preparing for a solo debut, aiming for a release in July. Please look forward to it.' Seunghan's departure from RIIZE and a break from stardom The idol had originally debuted alongside up-and-coming group RIIZE in 2023. Seunghan had managed to gain a lot of popularity in the group, which all of a sudden came to a halt in November that year. The idol got embroiled in major controversy when old photos of him in an intimate and questionable setting were leaked online. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo As soon as the photos had gone viral, Seunghan had started facing a lot of backlash from the public. Originally, after the public outcry, he went on an indefinite hiatus. Earlier last year, it was briefly confirmed that Seunghan will be returning to RIIZE; however, the news was yet again faced with a lot of criticism and backlash. The management company responsible for the group ended up reversing their decision quickly. Ever since then, fans of the idol and the group have been speculating whether he will return to the industry or not. Fan reactions to Seunghan's return The recent announcement regarding Seunghan has brought a lot of relief and excitement amongst fans. Many took to social media to express their happiness online. One commented that 'BTS OUT OF ENLISTMENT SEUNGHAN COMEBACK LIFE IS GOOD', while another shared that 'I can't wait to see you shine brighter, my baby Seunghan.'
New Paper
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Paper
K-pop boy band Riize heading to Singapore for Jan 2026 show
K-pop boy band Riize will kick off their new tour in Asia in July, including a stop in Singapore in January 2026. The sextet unveiled a poster showing the cities they will be touring on their social media accounts on May 1. They will begin in Seoul for a three-day run from July 4 to 6, before travelling to other cities such as Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Tokyo, Bangkok, Jakarta and Manila. Riize will perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Jan 24, 2026. Ticketing details have not been announced. They previously staged a gig at the Singapore Expo in July 2024 as part of their Riizing Day tour. Riize originally consisted of seven members: Anton, Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Seunghan and Sohee. They made their debut with their first single, Get A Guitar, in September 2023 and released their first EP, Riizing, in June 2024. They are scheduled to release their first full-length album, Odyssey, on May 19. Seunghan, now 21, went on an extended hiatus in November 2023 after a picture of him kissing a woman was leaked prior to his debut. The group's agency SM Entertainment made an official announcement about the singer's return to the group in October 2024, before walking back the decision two days later due to backlash from fans.
CNA
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
K-pop group Riize to hold Singapore concert in January 2026
K-pop boy group Riize will return to Singapore for a one-night show on Jan 24, 2026. The concert is part of the six-member group's recently-announced Riizing Loud tour, and comes one and a half years after Riize's Riizing Day fan concert in 2024. Riize, which comprises Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Sohee and Anton, will be performing at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. Other venues of the Riizing Loud tour include KSPO Dome in South Korea, AsiaWorld–Arena in Hong Kong and Impact Arena in Thailand. View this post on Instagram A post shared by iMe SG 🇸🇬 (@ The Singapore leg of Riizing Loud will be organised by concert promoter iMe Entertainment Group Asia, which is also behind the upcoming Singapore shows by Girls' Generation member Taeyeon and K-pop girl group Le Sserafim. More details of Riize's concert, including ticket prices, will be announced at a later date. Riize is set to release its first full-length album Odyssey on May 19. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @riize_odyssey Riize made its debut in 2023 with the song Get A Guitar as a group of seven, which also included former member Seunghan. Seunghan then went on an indefinite hiatus after leaked photos of him smoking and in bed with an unidentified woman, believed to have been taken before his debut, were spread online. In October 2024, Riize's agency SM Entertainment announced that Seunghan would officially leave Riize – two days after previously announcing that he would rejoin the group.
Straits Times
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
K-pop boy band Riize to perform in Singapore in January 2026
K-pop boy band Riize will perform in Singapore at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Jan 24, 2026. PHOTO: RIIZE/FACEBOOK K-pop boy band Riize to perform in Singapore in January 2026 SINGAPORE – K-pop boy band Riize will kick off their new tour in Asia in July, including a stop in Singapore in January 2026. The sextet unveiled a poster showing the cities they will be touring on their social media accounts on May 1. They will begin in Seoul for a three-day run from July 4 to 6, before travelling to other cities such as Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Tokyo, Bangkok, Jakarta and Manila. Riize will perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Jan 24, 2026. Ticketing details have not been announced. They previously staged a gig at the Singapore Expo in July 2024 as part of their Riizing Day tour. Riize originally consisted of seven members: Anton, Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Seunghan and Sohee. They made their debut with their first single, Get A Guitar, in September 2023 and released their first EP, Riizing, in June 2024. They are scheduled to release their first full-length album, Odyssey, on May 19. Seunghan, now 21, went on an extended hiatus in November 2023 after a picture of him kissing a woman was leaked prior to his debut. The group's agency SM Entertainment made an official announcement about the singer's return to the group in October 2024, before walking back the decision two days later due to backlash from fans. Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
