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Hype Malaysia
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) Former RIIZE's Seunghan Re-Debuts As Xnghan&Xoul With 'Waste No Time'
The aftermath of Seunghan's (홍승한) departure from RIIZE made waves in international and Korean news outlets, sparking debate over unfair treatment and unjust fan behaviour towards K-pop idols. Not long after that, news of his comeback as a solo artist emerged, and now we're finally seeing Seunghan back on the stage. Making his solo debut under a new stage name, Seunghan, now officially known as XngHan, debuts with his new single 'Waste No Time' and 'Heavenly Blue'. Launched yesterday (31st July 2025), XngHan's latest releases under SM Entertainment feature a music video of a fun dance-pop number with the idol showing off his personality with a sub dance team known as Xoul. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter about his anticipated comeback, XngHan describes his latest single as a refreshing summer song that talks about not wasting time and spreading his boundless wings. He also called it the perfect track for his solo debut. The interview also reveals a heart-touching statement to his former group members in RIIZE, where he states, 'I know that Riize is doing so well, and I'm rooting for them as a fellow artist. I hope they stay healthy and well'. Netizens have come out to show support for the idol's comeback to the scene, with the comments section flooding with positive feedback. Twitter user @/jamstakkun comments, 'Honestly, the single album is amazing! 2 perfect songs with charming vocal performance of Seunghan'. During a recent appearance for his solo debut, a fan points out how the idol talks about his time back home, 'He focused on healing and growth and also thanked fans for their unwavering support'. It is reported that 'Waste No Time' debuted at #15 on the Worldwide iTunes Song Chart. What do you think about Xnghan's image revamp and solo debut as Xnghan&Xoul? Watch the full music video here: Source: Twitter, YouTube, The Hollywood Reporter Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article
Pink Villa
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Seunghan breaks silence on relationship with ex-team after exit over personal controversy: ‘I know that RIIZE…'
RIIZE, the six-member team under SM Entertainment, was originally a flourishing group with seven singers comprising Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Sohee, Anton, and Seunghan. After taking a hiatus in November 2023 over the leak of his private life before K-pop idol debut, Seunghan briefly returned in October 2024, looking forward to making it with the team again. But the intense backlash had him withdraw from the team completely within a couple of days. Since then, he has been absent from the public eye, only to return as a soloist now under a new moniker XngHan. The 21-year-old has spoken about his former team, sharing how he now roots for them. Seunghan cheers for RIIZE and wishes for their good health Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter on the release of his first solo record, Waste No Time, Seunghan added that he wishes it would be a new beginning in his musical career. A handsome young lad, he has a bright future ahead of him and replying to a question about 'what he wishes for his former team RIIZE,' he revealed, 'I know that RIIZE is doing so well, [and] I'm rooting for them as a fellow artist.' Adding that he hopes everything would go well for his ex-teammates and now labelmates, he hopes they would stay 'healthy and well'. This marks the first time in about a year that he has spoken up about the team, after being at the end of a lot of flak online for thinking about returning to them. In his last letting before leaving the team, Seunghan shared how he wished no harm to the members of RIIZE and looked forward to their future. Now, returning to the stage as two separate acts, fans are curious how they will react to each other's music. Excitement is also heightened when the former groupmates talk about his debut as XngHan and react to his new single album.
Time of India
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Seunghan's Dual-Sided Debut: Exploring Summer Vibes with 'Waste No Time' and 'Heavenly Blue'
From Riize to Solo Star Seunghan The Summer We Needed: Seunghan 's Dual-Sided Debut Seunghan launched his solo career on July 31, 2025, with the digital single "Waste No Time." The title track shines with bright, addictive electronic dance beats, perfectly capturing the lively energy of summer days. The B-side, "Heavenly Blue," delivers a dreamy, emotional vibe evoking the calm and mystique of summer nights. These songs together illustrate the vibrant contrast of a summer day and night, expressing Seunghan's honest connection to youth. Not Just Back-up: The Birth of 'Seunghan & Soul' With a deep passion for dance, Seunghan formed his own creative crew 'Seunghan & Soul' alongside two peers. This group transcends traditional backup dancers, focusing on freedom and authentic performance. Notably, the choreography of "Heavenly Blue" was co-created with fans, emphasizing a casual, free-spirited style where everyone dances their own way. From Idol Pressure to Mongolia's Wild Winds: The MV Experience The music video was shot in Mongolia's vast natural landscapes, where Seunghan and his crew run freely across sprawling fields, visually symbolizing youthful freedom after a period of challenges. Recording was demanding due to complex rhythms and lyrics, but the resulting music exudes clarity and energy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo A New Chapter: Dreams Beyond Groups Looking ahead, Seunghan plans to explore band projects and diverse musical styles. He spends time refining his songwriting through reading and listening broadly. To his fans, he expresses gratitude with the line from "Heavenly Blue," "You're not the light, but you brighten me," highlighting his heartfelt connection. His journey is one of resilience and renewal. About Seunghan Seunghan, born Hong Seung-han in 2003, first gained recognition as a main dancer and vocalist in the K-pop group Riize under SM Entertainment. After leaving Riize in 2024 due to controversies, he dedicated himself to a solo career. Known for his strong vocals and powerful dance skills, he continues to develop creatively with his crew 'Seunghan & Soul.' His story is one of overcoming adversity and inspiring new beginnings.
Pink Villa
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Ex-RIIZE's Seunghan announces July debut with Waste No Time teaser PICS, know about new moniker XngHan & Xoul
South Korean artist Seunghan regularly updated his fans regarding his whereabouts since RIIZE exit. Recently, he shared the news about his upcoming second debut in the K-pop industry. After parting ways with his previous boy band, he will now debut under the new stage name XngHan. On July 9 at midnight KST, he officially shared the debut date and details for his first project as part of XngHan & Xoul. Seunghan's debut date with XngHan & Xoul Former RIIZE member Seunghan has announced his solo debut plans, unveiling his new artist brand XngHan & Xoul. The speculations of his comeback to the industry taking place in mid-2025, were going on since January of this year. Finally, the wait is over and the rumors are confirmed to be true. Seunghan's debut will take place on July 31 at 6 pm KST (2:30 PM IST/5:00 am ET) with the release of a new single, titled Waste No Time. According to his agency, SM Entertainment, the upcoming release will feature two new songs. The news was shared along with the drop of promotional teaser photos of the upcoming project. In the images, the artist looks ethereal with long hair. Fans were impressed by his visuals and also by another fact they spotted in the pictures. They felt that it gave off similar vibes as RIIZE's pre-debut era, and the uncanny resemblance couldn't make them any happier. About Seunghan's new name XngHan and group XngHan & Xoul XngHan represents Seunghan's new English stage name. The project will showcase creative collaborations with dancers Kyohong and Yul, collectively forming the Xoul part of the project's title. Together, they make up the XngHan & Xoul project. The unique set-up makes Seunghan's solo debut different from what is typically seen for K-pop soloists. The innovative collaboration marks an exciting new path for him, as he is set to begin his solo journey later this month. His dedicated fans are already buzzing with excitement as to what he might bring to the table in his second phase of career. They also vowed their wholehearted support to his new venture.
Korea Herald
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Ex-Riize Seunghan sets solo debut date
Seunghan, formerly of Riize, will debut as a solo singer on July 31, label SM Entertainment announced Wednesday. He is poised to bring out the single 'Waste No Time,' which will include two songs that highlight his strengths in performance. The two-track single will be released under his crew XngHan&Xoul, featuring two professional dancers. Seunghan debuted as a member of Riize in September 2023, but suspended all activities after two months when he became mired in scandal. Last year, his label announced that he would resume his career as part of the group, but he decided to leave the boy band after all, as he faced opposition from the band's fans.
