Where is NU’EST Now? Status of Former Members Following Disbandment
It has been six months since Pledis Entertainment boy group NU'EST disbanded back on March 14 of this year, and millions of fans are still heartbroken by the sad reality. In fact, it is even more devastating for fans as NU'EST was only a shy away from their tenth anniversary when news of their disbandment broke.
Now that it has been half a year, the five NU'EST members are now pursuing different paths. With that, what has the members been up to? Here are the former members' current status following their disbandment!
1. JR
Former NU'EST JR (now Kim Jonghyeon)
JR served as the main rapper, main dancer, vocalist, leader, and face of the group. Following NU'EST's disbandment, JR went on to sign an exclusive contract with Evermore Entertainment in May 2022. Under his new agency, JR would begin his promotions under his birth name Kim Jonghyeon as a solo artist and an actor.
In April, JR featured in former Wanna One member Yoon Jisung's song "Summer Drive." In July, JR held his first-ever solo fan meeting Hi! (하이!). More recently, JR is set to be a fixed cast member of ENA's upcoming program Surfer Junior, which will air in October this year.
2. Aron
Former NU'EST Aron
Aron was the lead rapper, lead dancer, and sub vocalist of NU'EST during their promotions. After the group disbanded, Aron was one of the members who left Pledis Entertainment and began focusing on his solo activities. Just a few days after NU'EST parted ways, Aron became the host of the Korean podcast Korean Cowboys.
In May 2022, he also held his own fan meeting to celebrate his 30th birthday. Since July, Aron has been hosting the long-running Arirang TV talk show After School Club with CRAVITY members Allen and Taeyoung.
3. Baekho
Former NU'EST Baekho
Baekho promoted as the main vocalist of NU'EST. After the group disbanded, Baekho made the decision to continue his time with Pledis Entertainment, and is one of the members who renewed their exclusive contract with the agency.
This year, Baekho became a cast member on the web show The Door: To Wonderland, and since 2021, has been the host of Idol Challenge: Another Class. As a singer, Baekho lent his voice for the original soundtrack for the drama Crazy Love. And as an actor, Baekho played the role of Theo in the musical theatre Equal. Baekho is reportedly preparing to release his solo album.
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4. Minhyun
Former NU'EST Minhyun
During his time with the group, Minhyun served as NU'EST's lead vocalist and visual member. Just like Baekho, Minhyun is the only other member who decided to extend their exclusive contract with Pledis Entertainment.
Minhyun recently released the single "Again" for his album Votiz vol.3 in 2022, and is starring with a main role in the tvN drama Alchemy of Souls. He also held his own fan meeting, My Summer, back in August.
5. Ren
Former NU'EST Ren
And lastly, Ren served as the group's sub vocalist and youngest member. Following his departure from Pledis Entertainment, Ren signed on with BPM Entertainment in May 2022 as a solo artist.
So far, Ren has starred in the musical theatres Bungee Jumping of Their Own, and the The Three Musketeers. He also secured a lead role in the upcoming film Asian Ghost Project, as well as the upcoming drama Four Sons. This coming November, Ren will also hold a solo fan meeting.
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Written by Robyn Joan
