Seunghan Reveals Heartfelt Reason Behind His Departure from RIIZE in Emotional Letter

On the tranquil morning of October 13, in a twist of events more dramatic than a rom-com plot twist, Wizard Production—a glitzy little gem nestled within the realms of SM Entertainment—made the earth-shattering announcement that Seunghan would be parting ways with his beloved group, RIIZE. It’s as if someone decided to pull the proverbial rug out from under our starry-eyed dreams of a flawless K-pop fairy tale.

Amidst this melodrama, Seunghan, with all the courage of a romantic lead rejecting the villain in the final act, poured his heart into a handwritten letter. He laid bare his reflections, acknowledging the seriousness of his departure. “I know many of you have been holding your breath, wondering if I’d resurface, and trust me, I’m fully aware this isn’t just any casual goodbye,” he confessed, a mix of sincerity and regret reminding us how frail our idols can be.

This heartfelt note came just two days after a glimmer of hope—an announcement declaring his triumphant return post a nearly year-long hiatus. You could practically hear the collective gasp from fans; it was almost cinematic! “I’m grateful to the company and my fellow members for offering me another shot,” he wrote, before layering his message with apologies, heartstrings tugged tight in a blend of gratitude and self-reflection.

Yet, as he pondered whether he had basked too long in the glow of his own ambitions, perhaps casting shadows on his comrades’ bright futures, he wrestled with uninvited worries. “Am I really worthy of standing with RIIZE?” he questioned. It’s as if he had stepped into an ethical maze, contemplating the intricate relationships not just with his bandmates, but with the fervent fans—oh, the emotional weight of it all!

Seunghan’s sincerity radiated with the fear of damaging the beautifully woven tapestry between RIIZE and its passionate supporters, affectionately dubbed BRIIZE. The delicate balance seemed to hang in the air like a classic rom-com cliffhanger—would love conquer all, or would it all come crashing down?

It’s worth noting Seunghan first graced the stage as a RIIZE member in September of the previous year, only to fade from the limelight a short two months later. Ah, the timeline of hope and heartache is ever so poignant! In this ever-swirling whirlwind of emotions, we’re reminded that the glamour of fame often masks the reality of human vulnerability, an interplay of joy and sorrow that only the boldest of hearts can navigate.