Former SM Rookie Shohei Finally Set to Debut Under SM C&C After Three-Year Journey

Shohei's Long-Awaited Debut Announcement

After more than three years since his initial introduction as an SM Rookie, Shohei is finally preparing to make his official debut. The aspiring idol has signed with SM C&C, marking a fresh start after a turbulent journey through the K-pop industry.

The SM Rookies Introduction

Back in July 2022, SM Entertainment unveiled a new generation of SM Rookies, with all three members initially expected to join a new NCT unit. The group included Eunseok, Seunghan (now known as XngHan), and Shohei. However, plans quickly changed direction.

Unexpected Path Changes

Contrary to initial expectations, Eunseok and Seunghan were redirected to debut with RIIZE, SM Entertainment's new boy group. Meanwhile, Shohei took a health-related hiatus and disappeared from the public eye for several months, leaving fans concerned about his future in the industry.

The MYTRO Chapter

In 2024, Shohei resurfaced as part of MYTRO, a trot-focused boy group created by SM Entertainment that combined both new and veteran idols. The group successfully completed a survival show and performed at an SMTOWN concert, participating in various promotional activities.

Despite initial momentum, MYTRO's planned debut in early 2025 never came to fruition. By May, all of the group's social media accounts had been deleted, leaving fans once again wondering about Shohei's whereabouts. During this uncertain period, he shared music that appeared to express his frustration with the situation.

A New Beginning with SM C&C

On November 6, Shohei launched new social media accounts on X and TikTok, revealing his signing with SM C&C as a fresh artist under their roster. He also addressed fans directly through Instagram, expressing his excitement about this new chapter in his career.

Message to Fans

In his heartfelt statement, Shohei thanked supporters who stood by him throughout his trainee days and subsequent challenges. He acknowledged how fan messages and encouragement sustained him during difficult moments when he considered giving up. The artist expressed gratitude for the unwavering support and emphasized his readiness to share his story and music in this new phase, promising to give his best effort moving forward.

After years of uncertainty and setbacks, Shohei's perseverance appears to be paying off as he embarks on this fresh start with SM C&C.