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Do Hanse is hyping up his upcoming solo release! The VICTON member just dropped a new teaser for his solo single “Gummy Bear”. This will be Hanse’s first project since leaving IST Entertainment earlier this year.

VICTON Member Do Hanse Hypes Upcoming Solo Release With ‘Gummy Bear’ Teaser

After signing with The Dial Music, VICTON member Do Hanse is gearing up for his first release with the new label. On October 22, Hanse unveiled a music video teaser, featuring vibrant and hipster visuals that complement his upcoming pop-punk track, “Gummy Bear.” This song will feature rapper BIGONE, who is also part of The Dial Music. The full music video and track are set to be released on October 23 at 6 PM KST, so fans are eagerly anticipating the release.

In addition to the MV teaser, Hanse shared a short live performance snippet of “Gummy Bear,” which he performed at ‘RAPBEAT 2023,’ offering fans a taste of the song ahead of its full release.

Do Hanse made his debut as a member of VICTON on November 9, 2016, with the EP “Voice to New World.” Originally a septet, VICTON saw some lineup changes over the years. Heo Chan left the group on October 11, 2022. Subsequently, on April 20, IST Entertainment announced that members Byungchan, Hanse, and Subin chose not to renew their contracts with the agency. Meanwhile, Seungwoo, Seungsik, and Sejun had their exclusive contract periods partially adjusted due to their military service commitments, allowing them to maintain their artist status for the time being. It is still unclear if they will leave the agency once their military service concludes.

Do Hanse has since assured fans that he intends to continue releasing music despite his departure from IST Entertainment. With that in mind, Hanse’s new music venture with The Dial Music marks an exciting new chapter in his career.

The VICTON maknae line has decided their future. Hanse, Byungchan, and Subin chose not to renew their contracts with IST Entertainment.

VICTON Members Hanse, Byungchan, and Subin Exit IST Entertainment

IST Entertainment previously responded to reports that the VICTON members are considering leaving the company. Several reports suggest that the remaining six members of the idol group will not renew their contracts with the agency. However, the boys plan to continue performing as a group in the future.

“We will release a statement on the exclusive contracts of the members once we have confirmed all details,” the company said in a statement.

Since then, the agency formerly known as Plan A Entertainment has issued a second statement about VICTON.

“The agency will conclude its management duties of VICTON members Hanse, Byungchan, and Subin as of April 20 KST with the expiration of these individual members’ exclusive contracts,” it read.

“This decision was reached based on mutual respect after a lengthy and serious debate between the members and the agency ahead of their contract expirations,” the statement continued.

VICTON Hyung Line Still Staying With IST Entertainment

The statement also addressed the contracts for Seungwoo, Seungsik, and Sejun who have enlisted for military service. IST Entertainment confirmed that the hyung line will continue to be under their management. This is due to their contracts being moved to accommodate their military enlistment.

안녕하세요. IST엔터테인먼트입니다.

그룹 빅톤의 향후 팀 활동과 관련해 공식 입장을 전달드립니다. pic.twitter.com/ZKIbfhCBRn

— IST ent (@ist_ent) April 20, 2023

“These three remaining VICTON members will actively pursue their solo schedules such as their musical roles and/or their mandatory military service duties,” the statement read. It was also noted that the idols “will receive full support from IST Entertainment for various activities in the field.”

Seungwoo was recently discharged while Seungsik is currently carrying out mandatory duties. Sejun will enlist in June this year.

Hanse, Byungchan, and Subin Address IST Entertainment Exit

Since the announcement, the VICTON maknae line has shared letters addressed to ALICEs on their personal Instagram accounts.

“Although the ‘Victon Hanse’ has not been able to fully pay it off to all those who have shared my dream and youth and brightened up the days, he will retreat a feeble step for a giant leap,” Do Hanse wrote. “I believe that the newer ‘Hanse’, soon to be presented, will live up to the debt to finish paying back the love he owes.”

“From 2016, for seven years, I received such great and happy love,” Byungchan wrote. “After only knowing how to receive love, I also learned from ALICE how to give love. That’s why our time together was so precious and were moments I will never be able to forget. To ALICE, who only gave love over this long period of time, thank you and I love you.”

i can only cry, byungchan :((

“i was so happy and loved for 7 years since 2016. the time we spent together was so precious and unforgettable alice, thank you for loving us for such a long time. i love you. thank you for being with us […]” pic.twitter.com/1jnlPHnDKQ

— ؘ (@ilusejun) April 20, 2023

“Regretfully, VICTON has come to walk our separate ways, but I’m trying to move forward with courage and go step by step towards happiness,” Subin wrote. “But sometimes I suddenly get afraid that a moment will come where I think ‘was it a dream?’ about these dream-like memories.”

“I will look back on each of our memories together and cherish them for a long, long time. I hope they will remain as good memories for our ALICE too and become of at least a bit of help,” he added.

VICTON debuted as a seven-member group in November 2016. Original member Heo Chan left the group in October 2022.