RIIZE Seunghan Writes to BRIIZEs Following News of Return, Addresses Past Controversy: 'I Will Work Hard...'
On October 11, SM Entertainment released an official statement confirming Seunghan's return to RIIZE after an 11-month hiatus. The announcement was followed by Seunghan's handwritten letter on Weverse, apologizing for his past controversy and assuring his return to the group.
On Weverse, Seunghan first apologized to the members of RIIZE and BRIIZEs. The idol addressed his leaked pre-debut photos that became the center of attention among netizens.
"I want to express my sincerest apologies to the members and fans. When the pre-debut photos were released, although they were photos of me, I was disappointed and regretful about myself."
Seunghan also expressed his resolve to be a good and responsible member of the band.
"I will work hard and responsibly in my activities moving forward."
Read his full letter below:
#SEUNGHAN 🌟 wrote a post
— RIIZE WEVERSE (@riize_weverse) October 11, 2024
“i believe that as much as you have trusted me, I need to work harder. i will strive to be a good member so that i don’t bring any trouble to the achievements the members have built. i want to be an essential part of the team RIIZE” pic.twitter.com/8Wd9MsEWeX
BRIIZEs reacted to Seunghan's heartfelt update:
real ones know you didn’t do anything wrong pic.twitter.com/UqNHxA9X8k https://t.co/WWfGEo3uAx
— َ🫗 (@loveisfourwallz) October 11, 2024
horrible that he has to apologize for things normal teens do when they are NORMAL teens .. like this happened before he even debuted.. but none the less welcome back sweetie 🥹 https://t.co/mVViik8e4u
— dan of arc (@surfsup2007) October 11, 2024
he doesn’t need to apologize for anything :( we missed you seunghan https://t.co/h21iqKwMJG
— gaby (@ouriirose) October 11, 2024
he doesnt have to apologise really he did what any other teenager would do.. im so glad hes back and i hope he could continue to thrive🥹🥹🥹❤️ https://t.co/3kWSy2reQq
— 🍎 (@leopi0) October 11, 2024
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Written by Israel Monte