SF9's leader Young Bin addresses Ro Woon's exit from the group

Artist Rowoon from the group SF9 announced his group activities on the 18th and uploaded a handwritten letter, stating that he will be active in the entertainment industry under his real name, Kim Seok-woo. In response, his management company FNC also released an official position on their official cafe, stating that the group will continue activities as eight members, sparking discussions among netizens.

SF9, who made their debut in 2016, only have 8 members re-signed their contracts, whereas Ro Woon has decided to focus more on his acting career and thus chosen not to renew his contract. Regarding this, Ro Woon also posted a handwritten letter revealing his deep concerns. He expressed that there have been many misunderstandings over the past seven years that he cannot explain, yet he still decided to try different new challenges. He also thanked his fans for supporting him throughout the past seven years.

However, upon the revelation of Rowoon's handwritten letter, it swiftly ignited criticism from fans who expressed their disappointment. They were dismayed that he did not acknowledge the fans in his letter despite not renewing his contract. Some went as far as to say, "If he doesn't intend to pursue group activities in the future, why does he present himself as a victim?" Nevertheless, certain netizens adopted a more empathetic perspective, stating, "It's preferable to address these matters promptly" and "It appears like this is a better course of action for all parties involved."