Tales of grit and determination often shine the brightest in the K-pop scene. Eunseok of RIIZE has such a story, marked by his unique experiences with industry titan SM Entertainment.
@riizearea officially. #eunseok #mainvisual #riize #riizearea
Eunseok‘s journey with SM Entertainment is a roller-coaster of opportunities and choices. The company cast him on four separate occasions, and each time, he declined. This decision—which may have had something to do with the fact that he was in middle school when they first approached him—raised eyebrows, given the agency’s stature in the industry. Eventually, he agreed to sign a contract and trained under SM for five years. During his audition at SM, he showcased his vocal prowess with EXO‘s “Growl,” a choice that undoubtedly left an impression.
While many wonder about his reasons for dodging SM at first, Eunseok‘s personality might offer some clues. Although he can be shy, he has a knack for building strong relationships with those around him. His MBTI type, ISTP, often called the “Virtuoso,” aligns with this. ISTPs are independent, practical, and have sharp observational skills. They might seem reserved, but they also adapt easily and connect well when they decide to. Eunseok‘s decisions reflect the ISTP’s desire for autonomy and ability to carve out their own path.
Eunseok is trending on theqoo's HOT Category for his visuals:
“Song Eunseok's boom is coming.”
“SM written on the face.”
“He looks handsome on screen, but he looks even better in person.”
“My standard visual member.”
“SM’s one-sided love.”#RIIZE #라이즈 #은석 #EUNSEOK pic.twitter.com/ZkuS9o9KlS— َ (@eunseoksource) September 19, 2023
Much ado about Eunseok
Adding to the buzz around Eunseok, SM Entertainment recently dubbed him the official visual of RIIZE. This announcement came as SM Entertainment artists debuted on Weverse, a fan community platform run by HYBE. The transition to Weverse resulted from an agreement between HYBE and Kakao during the acquisition of SM in March. Artists shared welcome messages on this platform and their profiles were updated. Among the descriptions of RIIZE members, Eunseok‘s introduction as the group’s official visual garnered significant attention.
The revelation of Eunseok being the official visual of RIIZE sparked diverse reactions. Some fans expressed surprise and said other members would be a better fit. But most BRIIZE felt Eunseok deserved the title. They said his “gentle” features and height made him the perfect choice.
Eunseok‘s journey in the K-pop world is a testament to the power of determination and self-belief. His ISTP personality allowed him to navigate the industry on his terms. As RIIZE continues to make waves, fans eagerly anticipate more from Eunseok, a true virtuoso. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: Can you believe Eunseok almost didn’t sign with SM Entertainment? Source: Twitter/@eunseokpictures.