Seunghan’s recent departure from RIIZE has left fans in shock, especially following SM Entertainment’s earlier announcement about his return to the group’s activities. On October 13, the news of Seunghan’s withdrawal was confirmed, sparking a series of intense reactions from fans both locally and internationally.

Seunghan, a member of the rising boy group RIIZE, had been on hiatus for some time. When SM Entertainment announced that he would resume his duties, fans were divided. Domestic fans expressed concerns about his return, while international fans seemed more supportive, appreciating what they saw as an effort by the agency to protect the artist.

However, the situation took another turn when Wonbin, a fellow RIIZE member, addressed the topic directly on Weverse, where he shared his thoughts in a heartfelt letter to fans. His letter, posted on October 11, explained how the members, including Seunghan, had discussed the return decision extensively. Wonbin’s message seemed to be an attempt to calm fans’ worries, but less than 24 hours after the letter was published, Seunghan’s official departure was announced, leaving many stunned.

Wonbin’s Message to BRIIZE

In his Weverse post, Wonbin expressed his deep concerns about how fans, known as BRIIZE, would feel. He shared that the group members, along with Seunghan and SM Entertainment, had engaged in long discussions before reaching any conclusions about Seunghan’s return.

“I don’t know where to begin, but I’m taking the courage to say the words I want to say to BRIIZE… Even as I am writing this post now, I am cautious and worried about how BRIIZE will feel when this post goes live. But I am worried that you guys would struggle more and be confused if the members don’t say a word or react to anything, hence I am writing this after having talked with the members.” — Wonbin

Wonbin continued by explaining how much thought had gone into Seunghan’s return decision, noting that both the group and SM Entertainment had carefully deliberated the matter.

“I hope that you guys realize the members have thought about this together again and again, considering this deeply. I had wanted to always make all of our BRIIZE happy, but I’m sorry I am unable to do that… I know this post will not be able to erase all of your worries, but I hope that it can comfort you in your confusion, even just a little bit.”

The message ended on a hopeful note, with Wonbin promising to continue working hard for the group and their fans.

“Without BRIIZE, there won’t be RIIZE. I want to make good memories with BRIIZE, and see you guys for a long time. I promise to work hard without changing, so that RIIZE can become someone BRIIZE is proud of.”

Fans Discover Wonbin’s Letter Was Deleted

After Seunghan’s departure was officially announced, fans quickly noticed that Wonbin’s letter had been deleted from Weverse. Attempts to access the post returned an error message, and shortly after, the post became completely inaccessible. This unexpected removal led many to speculate that SM Entertainment might have been behind the deletion, potentially against the wishes of the group members.

Fans began to voice their suspicions on social media, questioning the timing of the letter’s disappearance in relation to Seunghan’s exit. Some believed that the letter was removed deliberately to align with the company’s official announcement and ongoing activities involving RIIZE.

One fan commented:

“SM is really suspicious for deleting Wonbin’s letter right after Seunghan’s departure. It feels like they’re trying to control the narrative.”

Another shared:

“Why delete Wonbin’s heartfelt message? It doesn’t make sense unless SM didn’t want it to contradict their announcement.”

The sudden deletion has raised more questions about the transparency of SM Entertainment’s handling of the situation, leaving fans anxious about what might come next for RIIZE.

What’s Next for RIIZE?

As the dust settles on Seunghan’s exit, fans are left wondering about the future dynamics of RIIZE, now short one member. The group has been gaining attention in both South Korea and internationally, and the loss of a member, especially after such a controversial period, adds uncertainty to their trajectory. However, Wonbin and the other members have shown a commitment to their fans, promising to continue their journey with hard work and dedication.

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