RIIZE Seunghan takes indefinite hiatus from group activities due to private video leak controversy

K-pop boy band RIIZE, which me its debut on September 4, is facing difficulties since one of its members, Seunghan, has been involved in personal scandals ever since group's announcement. Due to effects se scandals have h on group's debut and public perception, agency has decided to put him on an indefinite hiatus. 

What is reason behind Seunghan’s hiatus from group activities? 

Seunghan was put on hiatus after old pictures of him as a minor smoking in streets of Japan went viral on social media. K-pop idol has a history of controversy, but when he got into a video chat argument with TXT member Soobin and three or individuals regarding LE SSERAFIM's Eunchae, things got rar ugly. 

His childhood neighborhoods in Japan were shown in an old video of him smoking cigarettes, which went viral on social media and infuriated alrey hostile internet community. Keeping all se things in mind his agency, SM Entertainment, announced his hiatus from group activity on Wednesday. 

In a statement, label said, “Seunghan has conveyed his desire to temporarily halt his activities for well-being of group. Acknowledging challenges of continuing under se circumstances, we have chosen to honor Seunghan's decision in order to prevent any ditional harm to group and its members. Today, we officially announce Seunghan's indefinite suspension of activities with RIIZE.”

Following this, RIIZE will now work as a six-member group including Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Sohee, and Anton.

Seunghan issues an apology to his fans 

After news went public, Seunghan penned a note to his fans apologising for his actions. singer wrote, “I sincerely apologize for my past actions that have hurt many people. I am reflecting on myself and want to express my apologies to fans and RIIZE members who have supported me. I acknowledge damage caused during a crucial time, and I am committed to self-reflection to become a better person.”