Sunghoon of RIIZE, who announced the resumption of activities, conveyed his current feelings through a handwritten letter. Today (11th), he posted a handwritten letter on the global fandom platform Weverse. He is returning to the group after about 10 months since the suspension of RIIZE's activities due to personal life issues being discussed. The letter, published immediately after the official comment from SM Entertainment, details his feelings since the suspension and his determination for the future. He began the letter by saying, 'First of all, I want to sincerely apologize to the members and fans.' He reflected, 'When the pre-debut photos were released, I felt disappointment in myself, even though it was my own image, and I regretted it.' Regarding the circumstances of his return to the group, he revealed, 'Could I stand on stage again after giving such great disappointment? Could I continue making music? I had many realistic thoughts. During that time, the members held my hand once again. It must have been a very difficult decision, but I am truly grateful and feel sorry for being given another chance.' He confessed to feeling burdened and fearful about his return, stating, 'I will work hard to be a good member so as not to be a burden on the achievements the members have built up. I want to be an indispensable presence in the team RIIZE.' Sunghoon faced controversy over his private life just before RIIZE's debut, when a photo surfaced of a man believed to be him kissing a woman, causing a stir among fans. After releasing their first single 'Get A Guitar' on September 4, discussions about his private life intensified, leading to SM Entertainment announcing an indefinite suspension of activities through an official comment. *This article is based on local media interviews. - RIIZE's Sunghoon suddenly announces his return... to participate in activities from November (SM official) - RIIZE's Sunghoon, indefinite suspension of activities due to 'psychological burden from private life leak' (official) Photo = Weverse [Full text of Sunghoon's handwritten letter] Hello. This is Sunghoon. First of all, I want to sincerely apologize to the members and fans. When the pre-debut photos were released, I felt disappointment in myself, and I regretted it. I cannot imagine how much the members and fans must have felt, as I feel this way myself. I believe you must be angry and surprised and disappointed. I feel sorry for the fans who have supported me from such an important starting point and for those who were hurt by my indiscreet actions, and I also want to apologize to the members who were supposed to move forward together with me, as well as to everyone who struggled to overcome that situation after I suddenly suspended activities. While feeling sorry for such a situation, I also felt despair at the fact that I might not be able to work together again. I wondered if I could stand on stage again after giving such great disappointment. Could I continue making music? I had many realistic thoughts. During that time, the members held my hand once again. It must have been a very difficult decision, but I am truly grateful and feel sorry for being given another chance. I know that there are many things I must show to the fans who are worried that the achievements built up during my absence might be ruined, and to the company that made a difficult decision. I feel the burden of that and, of course, I feel fear. But, I believe that I must work harder for the trust you have placed in me. I will strive to be a good member so as not to be a burden on the achievements the members have built up. I want to be an indispensable presence in the team RIIZE. Once again, I want to apologize to the members and company staff who made a difficult decision, and to the fans who were surprised. I will work harder and act with a sense of responsibility from now on.
The SBS Song Festival, a major K-POP event, will take place on December 25, showcasing 11 artists including Stray Kids, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, and IVE. The theme 'Golden Loop' symbolizes a bright future for K-POP, celebrating its endless possibilities. It will be held at Incheon Inspire Arena for the third consecutive year.
RIIZE's concert scheduled for November 4 in Duluth has been canceled due to organizer issues, as announced by Ticketmaster. Ticket refunds will be provided. Currently, RIIZE is on their first world tour with upcoming performances in various U.S. cities and a special concert at Tokyo Dome in February 2026.
SATUR, a popular brand in South Korea, has chosen K-POP group RIIZE as its model for a campaign launching in Japan on October 17, 2025. The campaign promotes a casual yet classic style under the slogan 'SET THE TUNE, SATUR,' encouraging individuality. RIIZE showcases various outfits, including a key oversized cardigan, and a photo card promotion will accompany purchases at the new Harajuku flagship store.
The 2025 MAMA AWARDS has revealed its lineup of 17 K-POP artists, set to take place in Hong Kong on November 28-29. With a focus on new talent and global stars, the event aims to highlight the influence of K-POP and deliver a spectacular show, themed 'UH-HEUNG', celebrating joy through music and dance.
The Korean Ministry of Culture will hold the 'Popular Culture Arts Production Staff Awards' and 'Korea Popular Culture Arts Awards' on Oct 22-23, celebrating artists and production teams. The awards recognize significant contributions to K-content, with notable winners including G-DRAGON and teams from hit dramas like 'Otsukaresama'.
On the morning of the 16th, RIIZE members Sonchang and Anton attended a CHAUMET event at Lotte Department Store in Seoul's Songpa district. The group announced their new single release on November 24, generating excitement for upcoming content. Anton's impressive abs showcased at the pool drew attention, likening him to a sculpture.
Sohee, a member of RIIZE, releases his first OST titled 'Love on the Canvas' for the TVING series 'Switch Love 4'. The song depicts the bittersweetness of first love, expressing youthful memories through his refreshing voice. It aims to enhance viewer immersion and offers a special gift to music fans. The song is available on various music platforms from 6 PM on the 15th.
RIIZE is set to make a comeback with a new single on November 24, as announced by SM Entertainment. They released their first full album 'ODYSSEY' in May and have been active with hits like 'Bag Bad Back' and 'Fly Up.' They recently completed their first tour 'RIIZING LOUD' and performed at the Austin City Limits Music Festival in Texas.
Anton of RIIZE has amazed fans with his stunning physique, sharing photos on Instagram that highlight his muscular abs and mature appeal. Fans reacted enthusiastically, praising his sculpted look and noting his dedication to fitness. As the son of singer Yoon Sang, Anton has garnered attention since before his debut, proving his musical talent as a composer and performer.
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