After leaving TOP Media, Lee Jin Hyuk addressed concerns about the future activities of UP10TION, as well as the group's reunion plan with full members.

Will UP10TION Have Reunion Ahead of 9th Debut Anniversary?

On April 23, Lee Jin Hyuk returned to the music scene with the release of his 6th mini-album, "NEW QUEST: JUNGLE."

On this day, a showcase was held at the SBS public hall in Deungchon-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul to commemorate his new album. The idol also answered questions regarding his solo career and relationship with his previous group.

Originally a 10-member group, UP10TION was re-organized as a septet after members Jinhoo, Lee Jin Hyuk, and Kim Woo Seok left the team in February 2023.

Despite that, HONEY10 (UP10TION fandom) aren't losing hope that UP10TION will eventually reunite as a full group, given that active K-pop groups can now promote as a team regardless of being under different agencies.

In the showcase, Lee Jin Hyuk, who is a former UP10TION member, was asked about his previous team and if there was any plan for a reunion.

Regarding this, Lee Jin Hyuk brought a sad news, saying:

"There are no plans for UP10TION activities. We haven't discussed it with the members yet as they are currently focusing on their individual activities and lives."

However, he consoled fans with a light of hope as he clarified:

"But if there is any possibility, of course, I would definitely like to do it. The intentions of other members are also important, and I plan to suit the members."

While on the topic, the idol also attested to fans that he's still close with the members and certified their relationship by adding:

"Originally, I thought the comeback timing would overlap with Xiao's, but it didn't happen. So I got a call saying they would support me on the side.

The members usually support each other, and the members always contacted me and supported me during my new album promotions, so I prepared in a good mood."

Lee Jin Hyuk Flaunts Unchanging Closeness With Former X1 Han Seung Woo

Meanwhile, Jin Hyuk also talked about his album process and preparation during the showcase with the press.

In particular, the album is comprised of a total of six songs, including the title track, "Relax" and b-sidetracks, "GOOD BOY (feat. JUNNY)," "CRUSH," "Trainwreck," "Slay," and "On Your Head (feat. Jo Gwang Il).

While talking about the song, "Trainwreck," Lee then boasted unrelenting friendship with former X1 Han Seung Woo, who became his friend after joining Mnet's "Produce X 101" in 2019.

In particular, the song was written by composer JINBYJIN, along with Alex Karlsson and Han Seung Woo himself.

Jin Hyuk then shared the story behind his participation, saying:

"Composer JINBYJIN and Seungwoo hyung worked together a lot. When the composer was writing my song, Seungwoo asked, 'Why don't I write lyrics about you?' and I said, 'Why don't you try writing it? I'll wait. I'm really happy.'

When I first received the lyrics, I thought, 'He was thinking about me like this.' When I asked him how he wanted me to record the song, he replied, 'Because I wrote it thinking of you, I want you to sing it like you do. So I worked on it like that."

He continued that Han Seung Woo also participated in recording the guide of "Trainwreck" and with the guidance of his older brother, the recording process ended quickly as expected.

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Written by Eunice Dela Cruz