Introduction

RIIZE (Korean: 라이즈; Japanese: リーゼ; short for RISE&REALIZE), is a 7-member South Korean boy group that made their debut with "Get a Guitar" under SM Entertainment on September 4, 2023.

The group's name, "RIIZE", was revealed on July 31, 2023, being a combination of the words "rise" and "realize", meaning it is a group that grows and realizes its dreams together, furthermore, SM added, "RIIZE is composed of seven visual and talented members. Each member possesses their own individuality and strengths, and together they will create a 'real-time odyssey' of growth as a team, making history in the world."

On July 2, 2022, Eunseok and Seunghan were revealed as the new members of SM Entertainment's SMROOKIES trainee team. Later in October of the same year, SM's official "Training Unit" account posted images showing the silhouettes of seven boys who were speculated to be the members of their next boy group.

On May 24, 2023, SM Entertainment CEO Jang Cheol Hyuk announced that Eunseok and Seunghan would debut in their next boy group, along with Sungchan and Shotaro, announcing their official departure as members of NCT.

Later, on July 12, 2023, it was reported that SM Entertainment's new group would debut in September and that they were currently filming their music video and making final preparations. Days later, on July 18, it was reported that Lee Chanyoung (Anton), son of composer and singer Yoon Sang, would be one of the members of SM Entertainment's new boy group. In response, SM stated that on August 1, 2023, they would reveal new information about their boy group.

The group generated a lot of buzz and anticipation among fans pre-debut, with their official Instagram account launching on August 1, 2023, and revealing the members for the first time. On August 7, RIIZE further showcased their talents by releasing a captivating performance video of their song “Siren”.

BRIIZE (Fandom Name) Explanation: BRIIZE, who will help RIIZE fly and be with RIIZE anytime, anywhere.

On November 21, 2023, SM Entertainment announced that Seunghan was removed from RIIZE indefinitely after a series of information about his private life was leaked through online channels.

Current state:

active 

SM Entertainment:

Aug 1, 2023-present

Debut:

Sep 4, 2023

Debut to 1st win:

136 days

Active years:

2023-present

Country:

South Korea

Most popular member:

Shotaro

kpopping rank:

93rd

Fandom:

BRIIZE

Member's profiles

See pics for more Shotaro

Shotaro

Korean: 쇼타로

Japanese: ショタロ

Birthday:

Nov 25, 2000

Age:

23 years old

Birthplace:

Zama, Kanagawa     Japan

Height:

5'10" (178 cm)

Zodiac-sign:

Sagittarius

Blood type:

A

MBTI:

ESFP

Position:

Dancer

See pics for more Eunseok

Eunseok

Korean: 은석

Birthday:

Mar 19, 2001

Age:

23 years old

Birthplace:

Gangnam-gu, Seoul     South Korea

Height:

5'11" (180 cm)

Weight:

125.7 lbs (57 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Pisces

Blood type:

AB

MBTI:

ISFP

Position:

Visual

See pics for more Sungchan

Sungchan

Korean: 성찬

Japanese: ソンチャン

Birthday:

Sep 13, 2001

Age:

22 years old

Birthplace:

Seoul     South Korea

Height:

6'1" (185 cm)

Weight:

145.5 lbs (66 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Virgo

Blood type:

A

MBTI:

ESTP

Position:

Rapper

See pics for more Wonbin

Wonbin

Korean: 원빈

Birthday:

Mar 2, 2002

Age:

22 years old

Birthplace:

Ulsan     South Korea

Height:

5'9" (176 cm)

Weight:

125.7 lbs (57 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Pisces

Blood type:

AB

MBTI:

ISTJ

Position:

Visual, Dancer, Center

See pics for more Seunghan

Seunghan

Korean: 승한

Birthday:

Oct 2, 2003

Age:

20 years old

Birthplace:

Ilsan     South Korea

Height:

5'11" (179 cm)

Weight:

136.7 lbs (62 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Libra

Blood type:

A

MBTI:

INFP

See pics for more Sohee

Sohee

Korean: 소희

Birthday:

Nov 21, 2003

Age:

20 years old

Birthplace:

Siheung, Gyeonggi-do     South Korea

Height:

5'9" (174 cm)

Zodiac-sign:

Scorpio

Blood type:

A

MBTI:

ISTP

Position:

Main Vocalist

See pics for more Anton

Anton

Korean: 안톤

Japanese: アントン

Birthday:

Mar 21, 2004

Age:

20 years old

Birthplace:

Boston, Massachusetts     United States

Height:

6'1" (184 cm)

Zodiac-sign:

Aries

MBTI:

INTP

Position:

Maknae