RIIZE’s Wonbin writes to fans, addressing Seunghan’s November return to the group after a 10-month hiatus and asking for warm support from their fandom, BRIIZE.
Wonbin’s Emotional Letter to Fans
Wonbin, a member of the K-pop group RIIZE, recently shared his heartfelt thoughts on social media following the news of Seunghan‘s return to the group after a 10-month hiatus. On October 12, Wonbin took to Weverse to open up about his feelings, apologizing for not addressing fans earlier and expressing concern about how the members’ silence might have caused confusion.
In his post, Wonbin began by acknowledging the uncertainty he felt in writing the letter but emphasized the importance of being transparent with their fans. He stated, “I’m being cautious, and I’m worried, but I also think that if we, the members, don’t share our thoughts or reactions, it will only lead to more confusion and difficulty for you.” Wonbin’s message clearly showed his care for the fans, known as BRIIZE, and the consideration he and the group had for Seunghan’s return.
Wonbin went on to explain how the group members and their agency, SM Entertainment, had long and thorough discussions with Seunghan about his future with RIIZE. He added, “We’ve had a lot of conversations with Seunghan and the company over a long period of time. I hope you understand just how much we, the members, have thought about this and deeply considered everything together.”
He also expressed his deep regret for not conveying this message to fans earlier, emphasizing how much he and the other members value their fanbase’s support during this period of change. Wonbin ended his message by asking BRIIZE for their understanding and warm support as Seunghan prepares to return to the group. His honest and open words touched many fans, winning their hearts online.
“we’ve had a lot of conversations with the company and Seunghan over a long period of time. I want you to know that all the members thought, thought and thought about it together.”
The news of Seunghan’s return has been a hot topic among fans and media for several months. SM Entertainment confirmed on October 11 that Seunghan would officially rejoin RIIZE in November, marking the end of his 10-month hiatus. Seunghan initially stepped back from group activities after controversies surrounding his pre-debut actions surfaced last year. The controversies included viral videos showing him allegedly smoking and kissing a woman, along with some controversial texts that sparked public debate. He was also accused of disrespecting LE SSERAFIM member Eunchae, though this claim was later proven to be speculative.
Due to the series of incidents, Seunghan decided to take an indefinite break from group activities. His return to RIIZE is a significant moment, and fans are eager to see how the group will move forward.
Fans’ Reaction to Wonbin’s Letter
Fans reacted positively to Wonbin’s message, with many appreciating his sincerity and the care he showed for both Seunghan and the group’s supporters. BRIIZE, RIIZE’s dedicated fanbase, took to social media to share their thoughts, with many echoing Wonbin’s hopes for a warm reception of Seunghan’s return.
Wonbin’s message not only highlights the strong bond within the group but also the importance of maintaining open communication with fans during such significant moments in a group’s journey.
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