ENHYPEN announces a six-member lineup after Heeseung's departure to pursue a solo career, emphasizing growth and respect for his decision.
March/10/2026 17:59
ENHYPEN will be restructured to a six-member system with Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, and Niki. Heeseung announced he will leave the group and pursue activities as a solo artist. The agency BELIFT LAB stated today (10th) that "ENHYPEN has been contemplating and discussing the direction and next goals they should pursue," and "the members engaged in deep dialogue about the future each envisions and the direction of the team. In that process, it was confirmed that Heeseung's musical aspirations are clear, and it was decided to respect this." This is a new growth and expansion as an artist and a challenge towards dreams. Heeseung stated, "Thanks to the members with whom I shared countless emotions, and the ENGENE (fandom name) who always filled the void, I was able to step closer to a dream I thought was unreachable," and added, "I am working hard to prepare an album so that I can meet everyone as soon as possible. I want to continue running with the love of ENGENE always engraved in my heart." BELIFT LAB expressed hope that "Heeseung did not wish to prioritize his own desires within the team, and the other members had a great consideration for Heeseung," and that "this decision by the company will be a new opportunity for both ENHYPEN as a group and Heeseung as a solo artist." ENHYPEN debuted in November 2020. Last year, they achieved their first triple million-seller with their 2nd full album "ROMANCE: UNTOLD" and successfully held a world tour "WALK THE LINE" that captivated approximately 676,000 audiences worldwide. Based on these achievements, ENHYPEN has won five major award trophies at key award ceremonies such as "MAMA," "D AWARDS," "ASEA," and "Hanteo Music Awards." • ENHYPEN Heeseung suddenly announces departure from the group... will now operate as a six-member group (official) • ENHYPEN achieves six crowns! "2nd D Awards" luxurious stage... awards continue from Stray Kids to RIIZE 【HEESEUNG's full comment】 Hello, this is Heeseung. First of all, many ENGENE must have been surprised to hear my news, and I think many are interested in this sudden announcement. Therefore, I want to convey this directly to ENGENE. The six years for me have been filled with moments that cannot be expressed in words. Thanks to the members with whom I shared countless emotions, and the ENGENE who always filled the empty spaces, I was able to step closer to a dream I thought was unreachable. I truly believe that it would have been impossible without you all. And that time will become one of the shining moments I will never forget. I want to continue to be one who supports ENHYPEN more than anyone else, never forgetting that moment. After sharing the results of my work with the company and discussing for a long time how to present it, I made a big decision to follow the direction proposed by the company after much contemplation, to approach ENGENE in a better form. As you all know, I have been continuing personal production and have spent a lot of time hoping to show you one day. I had many things I wanted to show, but I also felt that I did not want to prioritize my own desires within the team. I understand your worries and various voices. I am preparing with all my might to meet you again as soon as possible. My feelings to meet you in a better form are more genuine than anyone else’s. I feel very sorry for surprising and worrying you because of ENGENE, who have always poured endless love and passion into me. I think it is because you care for me and keep an eye on me. I will engrave the great love I have received from ENGENE in my heart and continue to run. ENGENE! Thank you, and I love you.
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