XngHan Set for Solo Comeback in July with 'XngHan & Xoul' Project

Former RISE member XngHan is set to make his solo debut this July.

According to SM Entertainment, XngHan will officially begin his solo activities at the end of next month. On June 9, he unveiled a new image on his official Instagram account. Embracing the limitless potential and broad crossover appeal symbolized by 'X,' he has chosen 'XngHan' as his English stage name.

XngHan is launching a brand called 'XngHan & Xoul,' which will feature a diverse crew of creators known as 'Xoul.' This collective will explore various fields, including music, performance, styling, and artwork.

The debut project of 'XngHan & Xoul' will kick off with a collaboration involving two professional dancers, promising a high-caliber showcase of XngHan's performance strengths.

XngHan initially debuted with RISE in September 2023 but halted activities in November due to personal controversies. In August of the same year, photos allegedly showing XngHan with a woman in a hotel room surfaced online, leading to a public outcry.

SM Entertainment remained silent on XngHan's activities for about 10 months until they unexpectedly announced his return in October last year, which sparked backlash from fans. The announcement was retracted just two days later, and XngHan's departure from the group was confirmed.

Reported by Kim Ji-won, TenAsia one@tenasia.co.kr